Ferry route
Piraeus to Chania Ferries
The fastest ferry from Piraeus to Chania takes 9 hours 25 minutes. This week Blue Star Ferries runs it, with one sailing a day.
Piraeus to Chania ferry at a glance
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Ferry operators | Blue Star Ferries |
| Journey time | 9 hours 25 minutes |
| Sailings this week | one sailing a day |
| Lowest fare shown | from €52.50 |
| Timetable checked | 24 October 2026 |
Sailings from Piraeus to Chania on Saturday 24 October
This is a typical day in the week's timetable, with one sailing. The other days follow the same pattern with small changes, shown in the weekly table below.
| Departs | Arrives | Journey | Operator | Ship | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:00 | 07:25 | 9 hours 25 minutes | Blue Star Ferries | Elyros | €52.50 |
Piraeus to Chania ferry times this week
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 24 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Sun 25 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Mon 26 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Tue 27 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Wed 28 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Thu 29 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
| Fri 30 Oct | 1 | 22:00 |
Who sails from Piraeus to Chania
| Operator | Ships this week | Journey time | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Elyros, Kissamos | 9 hours 25 minutes | from €52.50 |
The fare is the lowest published fare for that operator on the route. It is not a quote for your date, and the price you pay is shown when you book.
Ferries from Chania back to Piraeus
Going the other way there are one sailing a day this week. Departures from Chania on Saturday 24 October are at 21:30.
If you are connecting to a flight, read how early to arrive at Piraeus and the same-day flight guide before choosing a return sailing.
Before you sail
Gates at Piraeus depend on your destination and change by season, so use your ticket and the boards at the port on the day. The guides below cover the Chania trip from the Piraeus side.
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FAQ
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?
In this week's timetable the journey takes 9 hours 25 minutes, depending on the ship and on any stops on the way.
How many ferries a day go from Piraeus to Chania?
This week there are one sailing a day. The number changes by season, so check the date you want on the booking page.
How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?
The lowest published fare this week is from €52.50. Fares differ by operator, ship and seat or cabin class, and rise on busy dates. The price for your sailing is shown when you book.
Which companies run ferries from Piraeus to Chania?
Blue Star Ferries runs sailings on this route this week.
Last checked
Sailings, ships and fares on this page come from the timetable as checked on 24 October 2026 and cover 24 October to 30 October. Operators change timetables, ships and fares, so confirm your sailing on your ticket.
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