Since there are no electronic tickets for ferries in Greece, you need to have the actual ticket with you in order to board the ferry. You cannot board with a confirmation number or an email print out.
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How long before the ferry departure should you leave? You should arrive at the port at least 1 hour before your ferry's departure time to make sure that you won't miss your ferry ride. Also, if you're traveling with your vehicle, it's better to arrive 90 minutes earlier at the port.
You can book your ferry in Greece online (through a website or a mobile app) or buy them from a ticket office at the port. However, it's better to book your ferry tickets online as you avoid the long queues while also getting the best ferry price.
How early to arrive at Piraeus port? 1) All ships depart on time and will not wait for you if you are late. Hence, if you are traveling without a vehicle, ensure you arrive at your ferry one hour before departure. On the other hand, if you take a car with you, arrive 1.5-2 hours before departure.
You shouldn't need to but it is wise to do so in case you have a problem with your phone at the airport. When you do save your boarding card to your phone, always ensure you have offline access to it on your home screen. Not only will you have immediate access but it may save you incurring data roaming charges.
Yes, simply show your mobile boarding pass on a mobile phone, iPad, or Apple Watch and a valid form of identification to the TSA Agent at security to proceed. To board your flight, scan your mobile boarding pass by holding one of the devices listed above with your pass facing the scanner.
You check in first before your boarding pass is printed and given to you. Do I need to print my boarding pass if I checked in online? No, you can have it on your phone and they will be able to scan it from the phone. But…
Today most venues scan tickets off smartphones or have mobile tickets for entry into an event. However, there are still venues, events, teams, and artists that require tickets to be printed. Traditional E-tickets can often be either printed or used as a mobile ticket that is scanned off a smartphone.
How many bags can I bring on the ferry? Walk-on passengers are allowed up to 100 pounds of hand-carried baggage. Passengers are responsible for the handling and safety of their own bags. Baggage carts are driven from terminals and parked on the vessel car deck to offer assistance.
I have travelled by ferry many times in Greece and delays of an hour or two are commonplace. Only once have I experienced a cancellation and that was due to rough seas.
The ferries in Greece are some of the most efficient and busiest in the world. During summer there are hundreds of them connecting between the Greek Islands and mainland ports at any given time. The boats are well maintained and have an excellent safety record.