Blue Star Ferries ship serving Piraeus to Anafi
Athens → Cyclades

Piraeus to Anafi Ferry

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about 8h 05m Up to 2 weekly Cars & passengers Cabins worth comparing
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Route guide

Piraeus to Anafi ferry

Piraeus–Anafi is a long route from Athens to one of the most remote islands in the Cyclades. Blue Star Ferries currently lists up to two routes each week and a journey of about 8 hours 5 minutes. Departures are shown from Piraeus Gate E1, while the dated booking result remains the authority for the exact sailing, vessel and intermediate calls.

The route is normally served by a conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry, so both cars and foot passengers can be accommodated when vehicle space is offered. With a crossing of around eight hours, cabins and reserved seating are worth comparing. Some services continue beyond Anafi toward Crete and the southern Dodecanese, which can influence departure times and calling patterns.

Anafi’s ferry quay is at Agios Nikolaos below the main settlement of Chora. Blue Star currently lists onward connections from Anafi to Heraklion, Karpathos, Kasos and Santorini. The island is small but steep, so confirm how you will travel from the port to your accommodation and leave adequate time if connecting to another ferry.

For Piraeus to Anafi, the advertised crossing time is only one part of the journey. Allow for port access, check-in, boarding and disembarkation when deciding which departure best fits the day.

Look beyond the headline fare when comparing Piraeus to Anafi. Departure time, ticket flexibility and the transfer after arrival can make a different sailing more convenient overall.

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Departure and arrival ports

Piraeus and Anafi ferry ports

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Aerial view of Piraeus ferry port in Athens
Athens / Attica

Piraeus Ferry Port

Piraeus is Greece’s largest ferry hub. For this route, current Blue Star guidance points to Gate E1; always use the final gate and boarding instructions shown on your ticket.

  • Metro, road and taxi access from Athens
  • Multiple ferry gates spread around a very large harbour
  • Current operator guidance: Gate E1 for this route
Anafi Ferry Port
Cyclades

Anafi Ferry Port

Anafi’s ferry port at Agios Nikolaos sits below the island’s hilltop Chora. The road climbs inland from the quay, so travellers should arrange accommodation transfers or local transport in advance, especially for late arrivals.

  • Arrival at Agios Nikolaos harbour
  • Road connection uphill to Anafi Chora
  • Arrange transfers for late or overnight arrivals
Travel information

Greek domestic ferry travel: identification, boarding and practical planning

This is a domestic Greek ferry route, but passengers still need accurate booking details and accepted identification. Vehicle travellers should carry normal registration and insurance documents, while cabin passengers should confirm berth type and boarding instructions before reaching Piraeus.

Passenger identification

Use the same passenger name as your accepted identification and keep the document ready with the e-ticket.

Vehicle details

Enter accurate vehicle dimensions and carry normal registration and insurance documents when travelling with a car or motorcycle.

Long-route boarding

Allow time to find the correct gate, load vehicles if applicable and settle into the assigned seat or cabin before departure.

Blue Star Ferries ship and travel to Anafi
After arriving in Anafi

From Agios Nikolaos the road climbs toward Anafi Chora

The port is on the coast below the main settlement, so pre-arranged accommodation transfers or local transport are useful, particularly when a ferry arrives late.

Agios NikolaosAnafi ChoraKalamosSantoriniKasos

Current Blue Star links include Santorini, Heraklion, Kasos and Karpathos, allowing Anafi to form part of a longer southern-Aegean itinerary.

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Common planning questions

Piraeus to Anafi ferry FAQs

How long is the Piraeus to Anafi ferry?

About 8 hours 5 minutes.

Which ferry company operates Piraeus to Anafi?

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Anafi route. The live booking result identifies the exact vessel, departure time and calling pattern for your selected date.

Can I take a car?

Yes when the selected conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry offers vehicle space. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early on low-frequency or busy summer sailings.

Can I travel as a foot passenger?

Yes. Foot passengers are accepted on the normal passenger services. Check the selected vessel, departure gate and current operator instructions before travel.

Are cabins available?

Cabins are available on conventional Blue Star ferries, subject to the vessel assigned to your departure. They are particularly worth comparing on a crossing of 8 hours 5 minutes.

Can I take a pet?

Pet travel is subject to the operator’s current rules and facilities on the selected vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check current documentation and accommodation requirements.

How early should I arrive?

Follow the check-in time on your booking and allow extra time to reach the correct Piraeus gate. Current Blue Star information points to Gate E1 for this route.

Does the timetable change by season?

Yes. Current Blue Star destination information shows up to two routes each week, but sailing days, times, intermediate calls and vessel assignments can change by season and operating conditions.

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