Ferry Athens-Koufonisia

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

In brief, traveling from Athens to Koufonisia is very easy!
- Koufonisia is connected by ferry to Athens throughout the year.
- The route is operated by both conventional and high-speed ferries.
- A standard ticket costs between '43.00' 'EUR' (43.00 euros) and '87.00' 'EUR' (87.00 euros).

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The ferry Blue Star Naxos of Blue Star Ferries anchored in the port of Piraeus

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The route from Athens to Koufonisia is operated all year round from the port of Piraeus.
Throughout the high season (May to September), there are 1-3 daily crossings between Athens and Koufonisia, while during the rest of the year, there are 2-3 weekly connections.
The first ferry departs from Piraeus Port at 08:00 and the last one at 18:30.

Highspeed 4 (owned by Hellenic Seaways) at the port of Piraeus

The route from Athens to Koufonisia is operated by both conventional and high-speed/catamaran vessels.

➜ Conventional vs High Speed: What ferry should you select?

The distance between Athens and Koufonisia is 112 nautical miles (128.5 miles or 209 kilometers).
The duration of the trip varies depending on the company and the type of vessel. The journey with a high-speed vessel normally takes between 4 and 5 hours, while the trip with a conventional ferry takes from 7 hours and 30 minutes to 9 hours and 30 minutes.
The fastest ferry is Champion Jet3 by Sea Jets.

A standard ticket costs between '43.00' 'EUR' (43.00 euros) and '87.00' 'EUR' (87.00 euros), depending on the company and the type of vessel, while the price of a business class/VIP ticket ranges from '73.50' 'EUR' (73.50 euros) to '102.00' 'EUR' (102.00 euros).

Some categories of passengers, including students, ISIC card holders, children under the age of 10, disabled passengers and families with more than 3 children may be eligible for ticket discounts. Also, most companies allow babies and toddlers to travel for free.

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Standard/economy seats are the most popular and affordable option. In conventional ferries, these seats are situated on deck or in internal lounges and are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. Therefore, you need to board the ferry as soon as possible to get a comfortable seat. Bear in mind that, in this case, you will have to keep an eye on your seat for the entire journey.
Another option is airplane seats, which are located in separate lounges. They are more comfortable than economy seats and constitute the most affordable option among numbered seats. For luxury travel, there are also Business/VIP seats, which are situated in a separate lounge and are more expensive.
High-speed ferries only offer numbered seats, so a standard ticket corresponds to an airplane seat.

Aerial view over the port of Piraeus at sunset

Piraeus Port is the biggest and busiest port of Athens. It is located 12 kilometers from the city center and can be easily reached via public transport. Ferries departing for Koufonisia and the other Cycladic islands leave from gates E6, E7, E9 and E10. The departure gate will be indicated on your ferry ticket. Due to the size of the port, the distance between the gates is long, so it is better to check in advance which gate your vessel departs from.
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Koufonisia is a cluster of two heavenly islands, Ano Koufonisi and the uninhabited Kato Koufonisi, which can only be approached by boat from Ano Koufonisi. The port is conveniently located in Chora, the capital and only settlement of Ano Koufonisi.

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, you can take your luggage with you to the lounges or the deck (if available), but 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.

You need to purchase a vehicle ticket to take your car or motorbike with you to Koufonisia.
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 prohibited.
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.

As there is no airport in Koufonisia, the only way to get there is by taking the ferry.
The route from Athens to Koufonisia can be long so you can optimize your trip by flying to Mykonos or Santorini, both of which boast an international airport receiving direct flights from several European cities.
Connections from Mykonos to Koufonisia and from Santorini to Koufonisia are seasonal, available from late April till mid-October.

Coastal view of the waters of Koufonisia and small fishing boats from Chora

Forming part of the Small Cyclades, Koufonisia is a cluster of two dreamy islets: Ano Koufonisi and Kato Koufonisi. The first concentrates all tourist amenities and sights, while the latter is uninhabited and constitutes a great day-trip destination from Ano Koufonisi. The trademark of Koufonisia is, beyond the shadow of a doubt, their mesmerizing golden-sanded beaches, which never fail to captivate visitors with the mind-blowing turquoise hues of their crystalline waters! Having remained untouched by mass tourism, Koufonisia is perfect for unwinding and leaving behind all your worries and stress.

Check out the best things to see and do there in our mini-guide for Koufonisia.