Book the Piraeus – Thessaloniki ferry here for a sea journey between Greece’s bustling capital gateway and its northern waterfront city. Departing from Piraeus, the port of Athens, the route offers a distinctive alternative to travelling overland through mainland Greece. Thessaloniki welcomes you to the Thermaic Gulf, with Byzantine landmarks, lively neighbourhoods and an inviting seafront promenade close at hand. Choose your travel dates to start planning your crossing.
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How long is the travel time for Piraeus – Thessaloniki?
The Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferry journey follows Greece’s long mainland coastline from the port of Athens towards the Thermaic Gulf in northern Greece. Sailing duration can vary with the vessel’s itinerary, intermediate calls, weather at sea and port traffic, so the crossing time is not fixed. The voyage is a rewarding way to link two of Greece’s most characterful cities, with no vehicle required for this Blue Star Ferries route option.
Methods of Travel Piraeus – Thessaloniki
On the Piraeus – Thessaloniki route with Blue Star Ferries, a vehicle is not required. This makes the journey a straightforward choice for travellers heading north from Athens without bringing their own transport, leaving you free to settle into the crossing and look ahead to Thessaloniki’s lively waterfront, markets and café-lined streets.
Are pets allowed on the Piraeus – Thessaloniki route?
Pets can be booked on the Piraeus – Thessaloniki route with Blue Star Ferries, so your companion can be part of the journey north from Athens to Greece’s lively waterfront city. As pet travel arrangements are part of the booking, include your pet when reserving your crossing and allow plenty of time before departure. Passenger and vehicle check-in is required at least 120 minutes before sailing, giving everyone a calmer start to the trip.
Check-in Information Piraeus – Thessaloniki
For the Piraeus – Thessaloniki ferry with Blue Star Ferries, passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before departure. Arriving with time to spare lets the port-side bustle fade into the excitement of the journey north across the Aegean.
You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Bring an accepted form of identification: Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID card or passport. Keep your travel documents readily accessible as you make your way through Piraeus, then settle into the anticipation of arriving in Thessaloniki.
Port Information Piraeus – Thessaloniki
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Piraeus to Thessaloniki Ferry
Leaving Piraeus, Athens’ historic harbour, for Thessaloniki is a memorable way to link two of Greece’s most characterful cities by sea. The Piraeus – Thessaloniki ferry journey carries you from the Attic coast towards northern Greece, with the sense of the mainland unfolding beyond the horizon. Thessaloniki welcomes travellers on the Thermaic Gulf, a lively waterfront city known for its Byzantine heritage, bustling food scene and broad promenade facing the sea. From the White Tower to the atmospheric lanes of Ano Poli, it is a destination that rewards an unhurried arrival and a few extra days of exploration. This route is also a natural choice for travellers continuing into Macedonia or towards northern Greece’s mountains, beaches and archaeological sites.
Compare and book your crossing
Use this page to compare available Piraeus to Thessaloniki sailings and choose the crossing that suits your travel dates. Blue Star Ferries offers this route option, with accommodation required as part of the journey. You can travel as a foot passenger, as a vehicle is not required, and pet bookings are permitted for those travelling with an animal companion. For check-in, both passengers and vehicles must arrive at least 120 minutes before departure; the supplier ticket is not required at check-in. Bring an accepted identity document, as Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID or passport for this route.
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