How early to arrive at ferry piraeus?

If you are travelling on domestic routes (Heraklion - Piraeus, Chania - Piraeus and Heraklion - Cyclades), you must know that boarding starts 3 hours prior to departure. In general, we strongly advise our passengers to be at the port no later than one (1) hour before the scheduled departure time.



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It is advised to arrive at the port at least an hour early, as it is a big connecting point for many vehicles and passengers and traffic is almost always crazy. If you want to rent a car you can choose the Piraeus port as a pick-up or drop off point.

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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.

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Are ferries usually on time? Yes! Please note that the schedules indicate departure times. We recommend that you arrive at the terminal at least five minutes prior to the scheduled departure in order to board.

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Passengers of the Greek Ferries should be at the embarkation area one (1) hour before departure for the domestic lines and two (2) hours for the international lines.

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Ferries will leave on-time from their first departure port in the morning (usually large ports like Piraeus, Heraklio, and Rhodes) but will often be late arriving and departing from all onward ports – usually getting later as the day progresses.

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Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.

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If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.

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Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

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There is a shuttle bus operated by the Piraeus Port Authority that offers free transport within the port. The bus departs from the port's main entrance, which is located close to the port station, as you can see on the map. There, you will find electronic display boards with waiting times for the bus.

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Usually, the ticket that you purchase is only valid for the crossing you have booked. Some ferry companies allow you to change your departure time at the port, but this usually only happens if multiple ferry sailings are available per day.

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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.

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The port city of Piraeus, Greece is a vibrant and exciting place to visit with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, enjoying the local culture, and learning about its history.

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In brief, Piraeus port is the closest to Athens center, while Rafina and Lavrio ports are closer to the International Airport of Athens.

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If you miss your ferry you will have to re-book. If I miss my ferry can I get a refund? Most often, yes - but a missed ferry almost always involves a financial penalty - how much varies by operator. The standard penalty ranges from 20 - 55% depending on the operator.

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If a vehicle is broken down onboard, the responsibility ultimately is with the owner of the vehicle. The ferry crew is under no obligation to re-start vehicles that have broken down.

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Prohibited items
  • Hazardous materials (CFR Title 49, Parts 170-180)
  • Explosives or incendiary devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
  • Chemical, biological or radiological agents or devices (CFR Title 33, Part 6)
  • Unlawful or illegally possessed firearms (RCW, Chapter 9.41)
  • Illegal fireworks (RCW, Chapter 70.77)
  • Acetylene tanks.


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Chances are high of getting seasick; come prepared People who don't typically suffer from motion sickness often get seasick on ferries. The water gets seriously choppy and very uncomfortable at times. You have nothing to lose! Come prepared; take Dramamine at least 30 minutes before your trip.

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Ferry cancellations can happen. They are rare but they can happen 2 - 5 times a year for 12 - 48 hours. It's really somehting not predictable and may change from year to year.

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