Skip to main content
Discover Cyclades
Discover FolegandrosCyclades
Powered by Touristas AI
For BusinessesSign in

Athens (Piraeus) to Kea Ferry

Book Athens (Piraeus) to Kea ferry tickets. Fastest crossing: 1h. Tickets from €18.00 with Hellenic Seaways & more. Compare schedules, prices & operators.

Touristas AI

Plan your Cyclades hop in 60 seconds.

Tell Touristas AI your dates, vibe, and budget. Get a personalized ferry-and-hotel itinerary in one chat.

Free to useNo signup
Discover Cyclades
Discover FolegandrosCyclades
Powered by Touristas AI

Your most trusted guide to exploring the Greek Cyclades islands. We provide authentic experiences, curated accommodations, and local insights to make your Greek island adventure unforgettable.

Cyclades Islands, Greece

Popular Islands

SantoriniMykonosParosNaxosMilosIosSifnosFolegandrosAmorgosSerifosTinosSyros

More Islands

AndrosAntiparosKeaKythnosKimolosKoufonisiaAnafiSikinosDonousaIrakliaSchinoussaThirasiaPopular Islands

Travel Services

Ferry TicketsHotels & VillasTours & ActivitiesCar RentalsRent-a-car partnersVehicle marketplaceFlights

AI Planning

Touristas AI AssistantTrip PlannerIsland QuizJourney PlannerTravel Blog

Travel Tools

Budget CalculatorPacking ListWeather GuideFerry GuideFerry Departures TodayBest Time to Visit

Support

About UsHelp CenterPartner With UsSummer 2026/2027 Giveaway 🎁

Legal

Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceTerms for BusinessesSitemap
4.9· 10,000+ travelers
Secure booking (SSL)
No hidden fees
24/7 AI support
VisaMastercardAmexApple PayGoogle Pay
Our brandsTouristas.AIDiscoverCyclades.grTravelSifnos.comHotelsSifnos.comHotelsSantorini.grCycladesRentACar.com
© 2026 Discover Cyclades. All rights reserved.
Powered byTouristas.AI·Made byAnotherSEOGuru·Photography & video by Pexels
Home/Ferries/Kea

hero.badge

Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Kea

Athens (Piraeus)
Kea

hero.duration

1h

hero.from

€18.00

hero.frequency

Every day

hero.bookJourney

2

hero.passengersPlural

hero.from

€36

2 × €18

hero.searchAvailable

hero.poweredBy

0h

stats.durationLabel

0x

stats.frequencyLabel

0+

stats.operatorsLabel

How do you get from Piraeus to Kea by ferry?

The ferry from Piraeus to Kea takes about 1h and fares start from €18.00. There are up to Every day crossings a day in high season, run by Hellenic Seaways. Book online to compare departure times and secure the lowest fare.

Touristas AIKey takeaways

Athens (Piraeus) to Kea Ferry

  • Piraeus → Kea: fares from €18.00, crossings from 1h.
  • Up to Every day sailings year-round on this route.
  • Compare 1 operator with live 2026 schedules.
  • The Athens (Piraeus) to Kea ferry takes between 1h and 1h 30m, depending on the operator and vessel type. The fastest o…
  • Ferry tickets from Athens (Piraeus) to Kea start from €18.00 for an economy seat. Prices vary by operator, season, and…

Free · Touristas AI Planner

Get a custom Cyclades itinerary in 60 seconds

Pick a vibe and Touristas AI builds your island-hopping plan — islands, ferries and stays.

intro.badge

The Athens (Piraeus) to Kea ferry is one of the most popular Aegean crossings, operating year-round with daily sailings. The crossing takes between 1h and 1h 30m depending on the vessel, with ticket prices starting from €18.00. The route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Vehicles including cars and motorcycles can be transported on conventional ferries on this route. Whether you are island-hopping across the Cyclades or heading directly to Kea, this guide covers everything you need to book with confidence.

operators.badge

operators.title

Hellenic Seaways

Hellenic Seaways

operators.highSpeed

hero.from

€18.00

hero.duration

1h

schedule.badge

schedule.title

Piraeus → Kea

Every day

schedule.fastest

1h

schedule.from

€18.00

schedule.findTickets

Kea → Piraeus

Every day

schedule.fastest

1h

schedule.from

€18.00

schedule.findTickets

availability.badge

availability.title

availability.table.monthavailability.table.frequencyavailability.table.durationavailability.table.from
January7 days/week1h 30m€18.00
February7 days/week1h 30m€18.00
March7 days/week1h 30m€18.00
April7 days/week1h€20.70
May7 days/week1h€20.70
June7 days/week1h€20.70
July7 days/week1h€20.70
August7 days/week1h€20.70
September7 days/week1h€20.70
October7 days/week1h€20.70
November7 days/week1h 30m€18.00
December7 days/week1h 30m€18.00

pricing.badge

pricing.title

pricing.table.passengersPiraeus → KeaKea → Piraeus
Economy / Deck seat€18.00€18.00
Airline-style numbered seat€22.50€22.50
Business / VIP class€29.70€29.70
2-bed cabin€45.00€45.00
Car transport€50.40€50.40
Motorcycle€16.20€16.20
Children (5–10 yrs)Up to 50% discountUp to 50% discount
Infants (0–4 yrs)FreeFree

operatorsInfo.badge

operatorsInfo.title

Hellenic Seaways

Type: High-speed ferry
Logo: Ferry operator logo
Hellenic Seaways connects Athens (Piraeus) to several Cyclades islands with their high-speed fleet. First-class and business seating on select routes, with vehicle accommodation available.
Seat classes: Economy seat, Business class, First class
Vehicle transport: Yes
Cabin available: No
Wi-Fi: Yes

related.badge

related.title

LavrioKea

KeaKythnos

PiraeusSantorini

4h 50m

PiraeusMykonos

2h 30m

PiraeusParos

3h 30m

PiraeusNaxos

3h 45m

PiraeusIos

4h 10m

PiraeusMilos

4h

PiraeusSifnos

2h 30m

services.badge

services.title

Your ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Kea offers more than just transport, it is part of the Greek island experience. On conventional ferries (Blue Star, Fast Ferries), expect open sun decks where you can watch the Aegean unfold, full restaurants and cafes, shops, ATMs, and spacious indoor lounges. High-speed catamarans (Seajets, Hellenic Seaways) trade outdoor space for speed: airline-style interiors, snack bars, and panoramic windows.

All vessels, regardless of type, provide air-conditioned interiors, clean restrooms, and bilingual (Greek/English) announcements. During peak summer season, arrive early to claim the best deck spots.

Luggage Policy

  • Blue Star Ferries & Fast Ferries: Up to 50 kg per passenger. Dedicated luggage storage areas available on board.
  • Seajets: Up to 50 kg per passenger. Overhead storage and racks near seating.
  • No airline-style check-in for luggage, simply carry it aboard. Label bags clearly.

Traveling with Pets

Pets travel free of charge on most ferries when included in the booking. Animals under 10 kg may travel with their owner in a carrier; animals over 10 kg use designated kennels on deck. Pets must wear a mu

tips.badge

tips.title

Piraeus Port, depart from Gates E6, E7, E9 or E10. Check your ticket for the exact gate. Arrive 60–90 min before departure.

Korissia (Livadi) Port, 3 km from Ioulis (Chora).

islandHopping.badge

islandHopping.title

  • Kythnos: from 1h, tickets from €14.00

activitiesCta.badge

activitiesCta.title

activitiesCta.subtitle

🏖️

activitiesCta.cards.beach.title

activitiesCta.cards.beach.desc

🏛️

activitiesCta.cards.culture.title

activitiesCta.cards.culture.desc

🍷

activitiesCta.cards.food.title

activitiesCta.cards.food.desc

activitiesCta.browseAll

accommodationCta.badge

accommodationCta.title

accommodationCta.subtitle

🏨

accommodationCta.cards.hotels.label

accommodationCta.cards.hotels.desc

🏡

accommodationCta.cards.villas.label

accommodationCta.cards.villas.desc

🌅

accommodationCta.cards.boutique.label

accommodationCta.cards.boutique.desc

accommodationCta.findAll

guides.badge

guides.title

guides.subtitle

guides.guideTitle

guides.guideSubtitle

guides.proTip

Add a car & save 10%

Add a rental car in Kea

Free port delivery · verified local partners · book direct

See cars in Kea

map.badge

map.title

faq.badge

faq.title

The Athens (Piraeus) to Kea ferry takes between 1h and 1h 30m, depending on the operator and vessel type. The fastest option is 1h.

Ferry tickets from Athens (Piraeus) to Kea start from €18.00 for an economy seat. Prices vary by operator, season, and ticket class.

Ferries on the Athens (Piraeus) to Kea route run Daily. In summer (June–September) frequency increases significantly.

cta.title
Kea?

cta.search

Ferryhopper · live

Live departures — June 15

Real-time sailings from Ferryhopper. Prices are per adult passenger.

No sailings returned for tomorrow — check live availability for your travel date.

Search all dates & live prices →