Take a ferry from Aegina to Athens and get the chance to explore one of the most popular and beautiful destinations in the world, the capital of Greece!
Aegina is a Greek island located very close to Athens that has a lot to offer. Apart from interesting sights and archaeological sites, the small island of Aegina has many picturesque villages, beautiful beaches and a traditional island atmosphere that will amaze you.
As for Athens, the place where mythology and ancient history meet a modern way of living,it is definitely a must visit during your stay in Greece. Ancient sites, impressive attractions, museums and picturesque neighborhoods with neoclassical buildings and traditional taverns meet with moden neighborhoods, lively markets, fashion boutiques and cool bars. Strolling around the center of Athens will guide you to the famous trademarks of the Parthenon and the Acropolis rock, the Roman Agora and the Acropolis Museum.
Book in advance your ferry tickets from Aegina to Athens and make sure you find what you need, as the island of the Saronic Gulf welcomes many visitors and the demand for tickets is high.
Aegina to Athens ferry timetable
The island of Aegina is a really popular destination for locals and tourists as its proximity to the capital of Greece, Athens, makes it ideal even for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Therefore, there is a connection between the island and the mainland from January to December and from Monday to Sunday. There are more than ten departures available from early morning to late in the evening served by either conventional ferries or high speed vessels that don't offer a garage.
Aegina to Athens ferry time
The duration of the sailing depends on the type of vessel. The duration of the ferry from Aegina to Piraeus ( the main port of Athens) with a conventional ferry is approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes and with a high-speed it doesn't take more than 40 minutes.
Aegina to Athens ferry distance
The distance between the island of Aegina and Athens is approximately 36 kilometers.
Helpful information for your ferry trip from Aegina to Athens
- We suggest you be at the port at least 1 hour earlier before departure for check-in and embarkation
- Check all the available routes and compare the prices on our online platform before you book your tickets
- Aegina attracts a lot of tourists, so we suggest you book your ferry tickets in advance
- The location of Aegina is ideal for island hopping to the nearby islands of the Saronic Gulf