Ferry from Serifos (Livadi) to Athens (Piraeus)

Serifos to Piraeus is the island's main mainland link, with Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries between them running the Champion Jet 1, Hyperspeed Jet 4, Olympic Champion Jet and the conventional Dionisios Solomos. Crossings run from around two hours on the fastest high-speed boat to about four on the conventional ship with stops. Serifos sits relatively close to Athens by Cycladic standards, which keeps the journey manageable.

Piraeus is the main port of Athens and the primary gateway to the Aegean, spread over numbered gates from E1 to E12 a few kilometres southwest of the city centre. Check which gate your ferry uses before travelling, as the walk between the far ends of the port is a long one. The metro terminus at Piraeus station runs straight into central Athens and connects on to the airport.

This is a frequent route, with several departures most days through the summer and a steady if reduced winter service. The current timetable and fares are shown below. From Piraeus you can pick up connections to nearly any island group, or head straight into Athens.

Serifos to Piraeus Ferry Fares

Weekly Serifos to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Piraeus?

Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Do you need a car on Serifos?

Not strictly. Chora sits on a hill about 4.5km above the port at Livadi, and a bus, roughly fifteen minutes for two euros, runs regularly between the two in summer. A car or scooter, hired from the small handful of offices in Livadi, makes sense for reaching the island's scattered beaches, but book ahead: the rental fleet is limited and August sells out fast. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Serifos to Piraeus between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Serifos to Piraeus ferry

• The term 'gale warning' in a Greek maritime forecast typically means sustained winds of Force 7 or above; serious disruption to ferry services is likely.
• The 15th of August (Assumption Day) marks the absolute peak of Greek domestic travel; routes from Athens and Thessaloniki fill completely – book far ahead.
• Ferries from Piraeus depart from the main port of Athens, giving easy access to the Acropolis, the world-class Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora. The historic Plaka neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis hill, with its neoclassical lanes, Roman ruins, and traditional tavernas, is the most atmospheric place to spend time before or after your crossing.

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