Ferry Athens-Kea

Discover the best ferries from Athens to Kea, travel tips, prices, and much more. Here we go!

In brief, a ferry can take you from Athens to Kea quickly and conveniently!
- Ferries are available throughout the year.
- The route is operated only by conventional ferries.
- A standard ticket costs between '11.50' 'EUR' (11.50 euros) and '14.00' 'EUR' (14.00 euros), depending on the company.

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The ferry Macedon of Goutos Lines

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There are ferries from Athens to Kea throughout the year, but routes are more frequent in the peak season.
More specifically, during the off-season, there are 16 ferry connections per week, while in the peak season, there is an average of 35 crossings per week.
During the peak season, the first ferry from Lavrio usually departs at 08:30. The time the last ferry departs varies throughout the week, with the latest departure being at 21:00.

The ferry Marmari Express of Karystia at the port of Kea

The route from Athens to Kea is served only by conventional vessels.
Such vessels are large and slow, but they also offer cheaper tickets than high-speed ferries.
Additionally, conventional ferries have big garages and can transport numerous vehicles.

The distance between Athens and Kea is 15 nautical miles (18 miles or 30 kilometers).
The duration of the crossing can be 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, depending on the company and ferry you travel with.
The fastest ferries are Marmari Express by Karystia and IONIS by Triton Ferries.

Prices for the route from Athens to Kea range between '11.50' 'EUR' (11.50 euros) and '14.00' 'EUR' (14.00 euros).

Ticket discounts are available for certain categories of passengers, including children up to 10, ISIC card holders and others. Children under 4 may travel for free as well. Note that each company has its own discount policies.

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The outdoor deck of Marmari Express

Standard/economy seats are the most popular and affordable option. In conventional ferries, these seats are situated on the deck or in internal lounges and are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. Therefore, to get a comfortable seat, we recommend boarding the ferry as soon as possible.

Ferries at the port of Lavrio

Ferries to Kea from Athens only depart from Lavrio Port. It is a small port that doesn't have gates, so finding your ferry is easy.

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In Kea, the port is located in Korissia, 6 km from Ioulida, the island’s capital.

In any case, make sure to arrive at the port at least 1 hour in advance since there is a lot of traffic. Especially if you are traveling in high season, keep in mind that both in Athens and in Kea, you will encounter traffic congestion around the port and you should make sure you get there on time.
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Luggage policies in Greek ferries are quite flexible.
Most companies allow 40 kg or 0.5 cubic meters of luggage per passenger and provide a luggage storage area on each ferry. If you wish, though, you can take your luggage with you to the lounges or the deck (if available).
It is recommended that you leave bulky suitcases in the designated area and take only your personal belongings (wallet, keys, mobile phone, etc.) with you upstairs.

Kea Port

To take your car or motorbike to Kea, you need to purchase a vehicle ticket.
Drivers should be at the port 1 hour to 1.5 hours before the official departure time.
For safety reasons, entering the garage while the ferry is sailing is forbidden.
Note: Many car rental companies do not allow customers to ferry their vehicles. We recommend avoiding purchasing a vehicle ticket before contacting your car rental company.

There is no airport on Kea, so the only way to reach the island is by ferry. During the summer you may be able to find some routes from the adjacent islands in the Cyclades, like Kythnos and Syros, however, crossings are not very frequent.

A beautiful setting of Kampi Beach, south of Koundouros, in Kea

Kea, also known as Tzia, is the closest inhabited Cycladic island to Athens. It features a unique charm unlike that of the rest of the Cyclades, characterized by vast green landscapes, neoclassic houses painted in earthly tones and secluded beaches.

You can find the best things to see & do on the island in our mini-guide for Kea.