Piraeus to Syros Ferry
🚢 Piraeus → Syros — this week
38 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 6/day
Tomorrow (Wed 22 Jul): 5 ferries — first at 07:00
Operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 2h20m
Piraeus to Syros Ferry
Piraeus to Syros -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (February to November).
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day in winter, increasing to multiple daily departures (5 per day) in summer.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 2 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: Seajets.
- Tickets from: €30 – €35 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Piraeus to Syros ferry is one of the most straightforward Cyclades crossings you can make — a direct sea link to the archipelago’s administrative capital, and at just over two hours, a genuinely pleasant way to leave the mainland behind. Syros sits at the heart of the Cyclades, and the route runs year-round, making it as useful in February as it is in the height of August.
Frequency varies with the seasons. Across the year you can expect an average of around 4 sailings per day, but in summer (June–August) that rises to 5, while in winter the schedule trims back to roughly 2 per day. It’s worth checking the timetable in advance during quieter months, particularly if you’re travelling with flexible plans.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Piraeus to Syros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | Yes | 2.1 (1–3) |
| March | Yes | 2.3 (1–3) |
| April | Yes | 3.5 (2–6) |
| May | Yes | 4.2 (1–5) |
| June | Yes | 5.1 (4–6) |
| July | Yes | 5.5 (4–6) |
| August | Yes | 5.4 (4–6) |
| September | Yes | 5.1 (4–6) |
| October | Yes | 3.5 (2–6) |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | No | – |
Piraeus to Syros — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-21):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 21 Jul | 5 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 22 Jul | 5 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 4 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 5 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 5 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 4 | 07:00, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 17:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 09:30, 15:00, 18:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
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Ferry Companies
The Piraeus–Syros route is served by 1 company:
- Seajets – approximately 2 hours 20 minutes
Tips for the Piraeus–Syros Ferry
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
- Piraeus port is divided into numbered gates; your boarding pass will show a gate, but always confirm at the port information board as last-minute changes happen.
- Sun loungers or open deck chairs are available on most large ferries – these are extremely popular in summer and fill quickly after departure.
- Cable or combination luggage locks sold at airports offer minimal real security but do deter casual interference; a proper padlock is better.
- Once you arrive in Syros, the elegant capital Ermoupoli – with its grand neoclassical town hall, marble-paved Miaouli Square, and the Apollo Theatre – reflects the island’s prosperous 19th-century history as the commercial centre of the Aegean. The hilltop medieval settlement of Ano Syros, built by the Venetians around 1200 CE, offers a contrasting older layer of island history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Syros?
2-3 ferries per day in winter, increasing to multiple daily departures (5 per day) in summer. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Syros today?
Yes – 5 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Syros this week?
Around 38 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 6 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Syros?
The first departure is usually 07:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Syros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2 hours 20 minutes. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 2h–2h15m (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries 3h30m–4h05m.
How much does the Piraeus to Syros ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €30 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €35 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus–Syros route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.