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Blue Star Ferries ship serving Piraeus to Lipsi
Athens → Dodecanese

Piraeus to Lipsi Ferry

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Route guide

Piraeus to Lipsi ferry

Piraeus–Lipsi links Athens with a small Dodecanese island between Patmos and Leros. Blue Star Ferries currently publishes up to two routes each week and a journey from about 8 hours 10 minutes. Departures are shown from Piraeus Gate E7, with the live booking result confirming the ship, departure time, calling pattern and final arrival details.

The crossing is long enough for the assigned conventional ferry and accommodation category to matter. Foot passengers are common on the route, while vehicle carriage depends on the sailing and available garage space. Compare cabins and reserved seats for an overnight journey, and check pet or accessibility facilities against the exact ship rather than assuming they are identical across the fleet.

Ferries arrive at Lipsi Town, where most accommodation and visitor services sit close to the harbour. Current Blue Star information shows onward connections to Kalymnos, Kos, Leros, Nisyros, Patmos and Tilos. Those links make Lipsi particularly useful for a slower Dodecanese island-hopping itinerary, provided connection times are checked carefully.

For Piraeus to Lipsi, 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 Lipsi. Departure time, ticket flexibility and the transfer after arrival can make a different sailing more convenient overall.

Travelling the other way? Read the Lipsi to Piraeus ferry guide.

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Long-distance Dodecanese passenger and vehicle service

Crossing time: from 8 hours 10 minutes in current Blue Star information

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Lipsi route with up to two routes each week in current destination information. The live booking result identifies the operating vessel, intermediate calls and exact arrival time for the selected departure.

  • Passenger and vehicle ferry service
  • Cabins available on conventional ships
  • Onward Dodecanese connections
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Departure and arrival ports

Piraeus and Lipsi ferry ports

Check the current ticket for the correct gate, terminal instructions and operator check-in deadline before travelling.

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 E7; 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 E7 for this route
Lipsi Ferry Port
Dodecanese

Lipsi Ferry Port

The ferry arrives at Lipsi Town, the island’s only substantial settlement and main harbour. Accommodation, tavernas and local services cluster around the waterfront, with beaches and small coves reached by road, walking or seasonal local transport.

  • Arrival directly in Lipsi Town
  • Visitor services close to the harbour
  • Good base for local beaches and island boats
On board

Choose comfort to match your Piraeus–Lipsi crossing

The Piraeus–Lipsi crossing is long enough for the assigned ship and accommodation category to matter. Compare cabins, reserved seats, food service and vehicle arrangements for the exact departure.

Cabins & seating

A private cabin can make a sailing of 8 hours 10 minutes substantially easier. Conventional Blue Star ferries also provide reserved seating and public lounges.

Food & drink

Large conventional ferries normally provide café, bar or restaurant options, but the exact outlets depend on the ship assigned to your sailing.

Vehicle travel

Passenger-and-vehicle ferries serve this route. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early for busy summer departures.

Pet travel

Pet accommodation and designated areas depend on the vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check the current documentation and onboard rules.

The assigned vessel can change. Treat the live booking result and current operator information as definitive for facilities, accessibility, vehicle carriage and pet arrangements.

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 Lipsi
After arriving in Lipsi

Lipsi Town puts most essentials close to the ferry quay

The harbour is the island’s main settlement, so rooms, food and local services are readily accessible after arrival. Beaches spread around the coastline and may require walking or local transport.

Lipsi Town Liendou Katsadia Patmos Leros

Blue Star currently connects Lipsi with Patmos, Leros, Kalymnos, Kos, Nisyros and Tilos, giving several onward options through the Dodecanese.

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Alternative ferry routes

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Piraeus → PatmosCompare the neighbouring Dodecanese route.View route Piraeus → LerosCompare another nearby island.View route Piraeus → KalymnosCompare a longer Dodecanese connection.View route
Common planning questions

Piraeus to Lipsi ferry FAQs

How long is the Piraeus to Lipsi ferry?

From 8 hours 10 minutes.

Which ferry company operates Piraeus to Lipsi?

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Lipsi 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 10 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 E7 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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