Route guide
Piraeus to Leros ferry
Piraeus–Leros is a long conventional ferry route into the northern Dodecanese. Blue Star Ferries currently
lists up to four routes each week and a journey from about 8 hours 55 minutes. Departures are shown from
Piraeus Gates E1 and E7, with the final sailing time and intermediate island calls confirmed in the
booking result.
Passenger-and-vehicle ferries make it practical to take a car, motorcycle or touring vehicle, while foot
passengers can choose between public seating and bookable accommodation on the assigned ship. For an
evening or overnight sailing, a cabin can be a worthwhile upgrade. Vessel facilities and exact crossing
time vary with the timetable.
Leros has a deeply indented coastline, settlements spread around several bays and a road network that
makes independent transport useful. The island also sits directly inside the Dodecanese chain: current
Blue Star information lists onward connections with Kalymnos, Kos, Lipsi, Patmos, Rhodes, Symi and Syros.
Check the arrival time as well as the port, particularly when arranging a late transfer or accommodation
collection after a multi-stop sailing.
For Piraeus to Leros, 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 Leros. Departure time, ticket flexibility and the
transfer after arrival can make a different sailing more convenient overall.
Travelling the other way? Read the
Leros to Piraeus ferry guide.