Ferry from Athens (port of Piraeus) to Symi

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel by ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi with lower-cost ferry tickets. The ferry companies offer discounts up to 50% to the following passenger categories:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students of Greek Public Universities
• ISIC card holders
• People with disabilities and their accompanying persons

Note: infants and children up to 4 years travel for free. However, keep in mind that available discounts may vary depending on the company you’re traveling with.

Cabins & accommodation

All ferries that serve the Piraeus - Symi route have cabins as well as numbered seats. If you are traveling at night, we recommend booking a cabin for a more comfortable trip to Symi.

Luggage

Blue Star Ferries is quite flexible when it comes to luggage size and weight. You can keep your luggage next to you or store your bags and suitcases in the designated luggage area on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi.

Good to know: bear in mind that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Tip: each ferry company has its own baggage allowance policy. We recommend that you don’t carry more than 50 kg of luggage to avoid delays due to restricted space in the luggage area.

Pets on board

You can travel with your pet on the ferry to Symi from Athens (Piraeus). Make sure to carry along the necessary certificates, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for your trip.

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

Here are some useful travel tips for your trip from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi:

• As the port of Athens (Piraeus) gets quite busy in summer, it is highly recommended that you arrive at least 1 hr before boarding to avoid delays.
• There is a shuttle bus operated by the Piraeus Port Authority that offers free transport within the port.
• Symi is located very close to the Turkish coast but also to the islands of Rhodes and Kos. Check out our Map of ferries to find more ferry connections from Symi.

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

You can take the ferry to Symi from the port of Piraeus in Athens. The port of Piraeus 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 Piraeus by car, taxi as well as public transport (bus, metro, suburban railway).

Ferries from Piraeus to Symi usually depart from gate E1. Departure gates may change, so we recommend checking your ticket and the electronic display boards located at the port for more information.