Ferry Athens-Syros

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

In brief, going from Athens to Syros is very easy!
- The two destinations are connected by ferry throughout the year.
- The ports of Athens that serve this route are Piraeus and Lavrio.
- A standard ticket costs between '18' 'EUR' (18 euros) and '59.70' 'EUR' (59.70 euros).

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The ferry WorldChampion Jet arriving in Syros

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Ferries from Athens to Syros operate daily throughout the year. During the high season, several itineraries are available every day.
• From Piraeus Port: There are 5-7 daily connections between Piraeus and Syros from May to September. The first ferry leaves at 07:00 and the last at 18:00.
• From Lavrio Port: Around 3 weekly crossings connect Lavrio with Syros during summer. Ferries leave either at 07:30 or at 16:30.

The ferry Blue Star Paros arriving in Syros

The route from Athens to Syros is served by both conventional and high speed/catamaran vessels.
High-speed vessels are smaller and allow passengers to reach their destinations faster. Conventional ferries are larger and slower, but they also offer cheaper tickets.
Moreover, conventional ferries have big garages and can transport many vehicles. On the other hand, not all high-speed vessels have a garage and, those that do, only have a limited vehicle capacity.
Lastly, high-speed ferries are affected by bad weather conditions more easily, so delays sometimes occur.

The distance between Piraeus and Syros is 70 nautical miles (81 miles or 130 kilometers).
The duration of the trip ranges from 2 hours to 5 hours and 15 minutes, depending on the company and type of vessel. The journey from Lavrio is longer, as ferries stop at other islands, too.
The fastest ferry is Worldchampion Jet by Seajets.

A standard ticket costs between '18' 'EUR' (18 euros) and '59.7' 'EUR' (59.7 euros), while the price of a business-class/VIP ticket ranges from '65.5' 'EUR' (65.5 euros) to '104.7' 'EUR' (104.7 euros), depending on the company and the type of vessel.
Some categories of passengers, including students, ISIC card holders, children under the age of 10, disabled passengers and families with more than 3 children, might be eligible for ticket discounts, which may amount to 50%. Also, most companies allow babies and toddlers to travel for free.

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Seats in the ferry Thunder of Fast Ferries

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 they are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. Therefore, in order to get a comfortable one, we recommend boarding the ferry as soon as possible.
Another option is the air-type seats, which are located in separate lounges. They are numbered, more comfortable, and the most affordable option among the seats you can reserve. For luxury travel, there are also Business/VIP seats, which are situated in a separate lounge and are more expensive.
In high-speed ferries, there are only numbered seats, so a standard ticket corresponds to an air-type seat.

Aerial view of the port of Piraeus

Athens has two ports serving Syros.
In Piraeus Port, ferries departing for Syros leave from Gates E6, E7, E9 and E10. The departure gate will be written on your ferry ticket.
Lavrio Port is much smaller and does not have any gates, so you will be able to find your vessel easily.
Don't get lost! Get our Piraeus Port Map and Lavrio Port Map.

Ferries bound for Syros arrive at the port of Syros, which is located in Ermoupolis, the island's capital.

Make sure to arrive at the port at least 1 hour ahead of the scheduled departure time, as there tends to be a lot of traffic around it during the high season.

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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 highly recommended that you leave bulky suitcases in the designated area and take only your personal belongings (wallet, keys, mobile phone, etc.) with you upstairs.

In order to take your car or motorbike to Syros, you need a vehicle ticket.
Drivers should be at the port 1 to 1.5 hours before departure.
For safety reasons, entrance to the garage is not allowed during the crossing.
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.

Syros has a national airport receiving direct flights from Athens. Though this may be less time-consuming, plane tickets tend to be more expensive. Alternatively, you can fly to Santorini or Mykonos, which boast international airports receiving direct flights from numerous European countries, and then take the ferry to Syros.

The waterfront of Ermoupolis town

Syros is the administrative center of the Cyclades and its capital city, Ermoupolis, is full of impressive neoclassical buildings. This quiet island boasts much-sung beaches like Galissas, picturesque villages and some mouth-watering local delicacies. Check out the best things to see and do in our mini-guide for Syros.