Ferry from Athens (port of Piraeus) to Schinoussa

Tickets, prices & schedules
Reaching the island of Schinoussa in the Small Cyclades from Piraeus, Athens, is nothing but smooth sailing. Browse all available ferry connections to Schinoussa on Ferryhopper and plan your trip to the Greek islands with confidence!

Discounts

You can book cheaper ferry tickets from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa thanks to the discounts available on Ferryhopper. Blue Star Ferries offers discounts up to 50% to certain passenger categories, such as:

  • Children from 5 to 10 years old
  • Students (Greek Public University and ISIC card holders)
  • People with disabilities

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4 years old normally travel free of charge.

Tip: depending on the discount, make sure to carry with you the necessary identification documents.

On-board services and amenities

Cabins & accommodation

Normally, there are cabins for the Piraeus - Schinoussa ferry trip starting at around €86. You can book a one-bed cabin (whole cabin) or a bed in a shared four-bed cabin.

Alternatively, you can book airplane-type numbered seats starting at about €56.50.

Luggage

Greek ferry companies, such as Blue Star Ferries, do not have a strict luggage allowance policy. In any case, make sure to carry no more than 50 kg of luggage with you, and bear in mind that you are responsible for carrying them on board.

There are designated areas to store your luggage items or you can keep them with you throughout the trip.

Pets on board

Pets are more than welcome on the ferries to Schinoussa from Piraeus. Make sure to include them in your booking and bring along any necessary documents, certificates and supplies necessary for a pleasant ferry ride to Schinoussa.

For more details, take a look at our guide on ferry travel with a pet in Greece.

Useful tips for your ferry trip from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa

These are some of our top Piraeus - Schinoussa travel tips to get you started:

  • Make sure to arrive in Piraeus as early as possible, as it is the busiest port in Greece, especially during the high-season months.
  • Schinoussa is one of the many jewels in the Small Cyclades. Explore more nearby destinations and check out all available connections to Amorgos, Iraklia, Koufonisia, Naxos, and more on our interactive Map of ferries.
  • Add our Schinoussa travel guide to your reading list and explore the island like a pro.

Where to take the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa

You can catch the ferry to Santorini from the port of Piraeus in Athens. It is located approximately 15 km south of the city center of Athens and 45 km from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.

You can get to the port of Piraeus by car or taxi, as well as public transport, including bus, metro and suburban railway.

How long is the ferry ride from Athens (port of Piraeus) to Schinoussa?

The Athens (Piraeus) - Schinoussa ferry trip takes from 7 hr 40 min to 8 hr 50 min. Ferry time may vary depending on the ferry itinerary (including intermediate stops) and the weather conditions.

Tip: worried that weather conditions might affect your time of departure? You can see any changes and track your ferry in real time on the Ferryhopper App.

FAQs

There are garage spaces on the ferries traveling from Piraeus to Schinoussa, allowing you to explore the island at your leisure. Car tickets normally start at around €116, and motorcycle tickets at around €32.50.

Make sure to book your vehicle tickets as early as possible, especially if you wish to get there in the summer.

The distance between the Greek port of Piraeus and the island of Schinoussa in the Small Cyclades is approximately 110 nautical miles (roughly 203 km).

No, the Piraeus - Schinoussa ferry connection is only served by conventional ferries. The fastest ferry reaches Schinoussa in a bit over 7.5 hours.

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