Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Leros

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel by ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Leros with lower-cost ferry tickets. The ferry company offers discounts up to 50% to the following passenger categories:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students of Greek Public Universities
• ISIC card holders
• People with disabilities
• Large families (Greek citizens)

Note: infants and children up to 4 years travel for free.

The Athens (Piraeus) - Leros ferry connection is normally served by conventional vessels. On board the ferries, you can find a range of modern amenities for a comfortable and relaxed journey. 

The facilities include spacious air-conditioned lounges, outdoor decks offering sea views, and snack bars, where you can enjoy a bite or drink. On Blue Star Ferries vessels, there are also restaurants.

Moreover, on some ferries, you can buy Wi-Fi packages so can stay connected during the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Ferries traveling to Leros from Piraeus normally offer several types of cabins. You can find options with 1, 2, 3, or 4 beds (with or without a window), or book a bed in a shared cabin.

As the trip is a bit long and cabins usually sell out fast, we recommend booking well in advance.

Alternatively, you can book airplane-type numbered seats to travel in comfort. On Seajets ferries, there are also VIP seat options.

Luggage

You can normally carry up to 50 kg of luggage on Piraeus - Leros ferries.

However, note that Greek ferry companies are usually quite flexible regarding luggage size and weight, and that there is normally no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Traveling with pets

On Piraeus - Leros ferries, you can travel with your pet free of charge. Just remember to include your pet in the booking and fill in all necessary details.

Make sure to bring along all necessary pet health certificates, tickets and any supplies you may need during the trip.

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Athens to Leros:

• As the port of Athens (Piraeus) gets quite busy in summer, it is highly recommended that you arrive at least 1 hr before boarding to avoid delays.
• Leros is a great starting point for island hopping in the Dodecanese island group. Check out our Map of ferries to see all available ferry connections from Leros to nearby islands such as Kos, Rhodes, Patmos, and Kalymnos. 
• Ferries from Athens to Leros arrive at the port of Lakki, which is about 4 km away from Agia Marina, the capital of the island. Find more information about the ports, routes and holidays in Leros on our dedicated page.

Where to take the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Leros

You can take the ferry to Leros from the port of Piraeus in Athens. The port of Piraeus is located approximately 15 km south of the city center of Athens and 45 km from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. You can get to Piraeus by car, taxi as well as public transport (bus, metro, suburban railway).

Ferries from Piraeus to Leros usually depart from gate E1. Departure gates may change, however, so we recommend checking your ticket and the electronic display boards located at the port for more information.