Getting from Agathonisi to Piraeus

If you are heading to Piraeus from Agathonisi you are making your way to the largest port in Greece and the gateway to Athens and the wider ferry network, from where the metro takes around 20 minutes to central Athens.

Take the ferry

There is a direct ferry from Agathonisi to Piraeus running a few times a week year-round, operated via the mainline Dodecanese to Piraeus route. The trip takes around 12 to 15 hours depending on the vessel and the stops along the way. It is a long overnight journey but connects the two directly without going through Athens Airport. Check the schedule before planning around it as the frequency is limited.

Getting there by air

Agathonisi has no airport. The fastest approach is to take the local ferry from Agathonisi to Samos or Leros, fly to Athens and take the metro or taxi to Piraeus, which takes around 20 to 45 minutes from Athens Airport. Total journey time is around 4 to 5 hours.

Your best option

Take the local ferry from Agathonisi to Samos or Leros, fly to Athens and take the metro or taxi to Piraeus. It is considerably faster than the direct overnight ferry. If you are traveling with a car, the direct overnight ferry from Agathonisi to Piraeus is the practical choice as it takes your vehicle directly to the port.