Ferry from Piraeus to Sifnos

Ferry to Sifnos - Traditional greek house on Sifnos island, Greece.

Take the ferry from Piraeus to Sifnos and start your exciting journey from the main port of Athens to one of the prettiest Cycladic islands of the Aegean Sea!

Piraeus port is situated close to the center of Athens and can be approached by train, bus or taxi. Being the largest in Greece and Mediterranean, Piraeus is the most important port of Athens from ancient times. Thousands of ships and millions of passengers are served every year from Piraeus port with destinations to most of the Greek islands. The town of Piraeus has a lot of attractions but the top of all is the picturesque district of Kastella located on a hill with beautiful neoclassical buildings and a lot of fish taverns. Visit Mikrolimano, which means ‘Little Port”, with the fishing boats and the seafront promenade. Enjoy the sunset with a refreshing drink or try one of the local dishes.

Sifnos is a lovely Aegean island which has a lot to offer to the tourists. This is the reason why it is one of the first choices for summer vacations for Greeks and visitors from all over the world. Beautiful villages and beaches with the most visited Kastro or Castle, which was the first capital of Sifnos since 1836, are included in the preferences of the island’s tourists. The Archaeological Museum presents a collection of sculptures and ceramics of the ancient and Roman times. A stop at the church of Chrysopigi is necessary, not only to see the small church on a rock connected with the island by a small bridge, but also to admire the amazing view and the beach which is one of the best of the island. One of the main occupations of the islanders was the handmade production of pottery and to this day there are some locals who keep the tradition alive. In the center of Sifnos you can find the capital town of Apollonia with the narrow streets and the white houses that characterize the traditional towns in the Cyclades and in a close distance the village of Artemonas with the panoramic views and the delicious restaurants and patisseries. Worth mentioning is the Platis Gialos beach, the most popular on the island with hotels, shops, mini markets and tourist offices.

Planning your trip to Sifnos is really easy through our booking system, so hurry and book your ferry tickets in advance!

Piraeus to Sifnos ferry schedule

Piraeus to Sifnos ferry schedule varies depending on seasonality. Usually during the summer months, there are up to 4 daily itineraries. In peak season, the ships are full, so plan your journey and make your booking in advance. Our website can give you all the updated information concerning schedules and prices.

Piraeus/Athens to Sifnos ferry time and distance

Piraeus/Athens to Sifnos ferry time needed is from 2h 45min to 5h according to the shipping companies programs. The duration may be longer if the weather conditions are bad. The distance is 80 nautical miles or 130 km.

Piraeus to Sifnos ferry type

Conventional and high speed car and passenger ferries operate the trip from Piraeus to Sifnos. If you have spare time, a good idea is to take the regular ferry Piraeus Sifnos and enjoy the itinerary on the outside deck under the hot summer sun. Bars and restaurants are available. Choose the type of accommodation you prefer and book your tickets as soon as possible through our website at the best prices. Lounges, numbered comfortable seats, cabins and deck spaces with all the amenities needed are available. The catamarans or high speed boats may be more expensive but they minimize the travel time, so there is no need to book a cabin.

Useful tips for your trip

  • The trip from Piraeus to Sifnos is very famous during the summer period so have in mind to be at the port at least 1 hour before departure for check - in and embarkation
  • Our pages dedicated to Piraeus and Sifnos can give you all the information needed for the means of transport and places of interest
  • From the island of Sifnos you can take the ferry and visit the island of Serifos within 20 to 50 minutes depending on the type of ferry
  • Any discount and offer is automatically calculated during the procession of your booking for Piraeus/Athens to Sifnos ferry through our reservation system
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