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How to get from Athens to Chalki by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Athens to Chalki ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Athens to Chalki is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Athens to Chalki can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Athens to Chalki ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Aegean Speed Lines, LANE Sea Line or Sea Jets. This way you can find the best price for a Athens Chalki ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Athens to Chalki simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Athens to Chalki Ferry Information

Port of departure
Athens
Greece
Attica
Port of arrival
Chalki
Greece
Dodecanese
Distance
247 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Aegean Speed Lines, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Dodekanisos Seaways, Alko Ferries
Frequency of crossings
2 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
22 hrs.
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Ferry Athens Chalki: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Athens to Chalki, you'll find tickets ranging from $49 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $314 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Athens-Chalki route is $169. The average ferry crossing time from Athens to Chalki is 18 hrs. 22 min. The slowest ferries will take 19 hrs. 29 min to reach Chalki, while the fastest boats will reach Chalki in 17 hrs. 14 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Athens at 18:01.

Average price of a Athens Chalki ferry crossing
$169
Price range for Athens Chalki ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$49 - $314
Average crossing time Athens Chalki
18 hrs. 22 min
Departure time of first ferry to Chalki
18:01
Arrival time first ferry to Chalki
11:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Chalki
13:30

Why take a ferry from Athens to Chalki ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Athens to Chalki ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Chalki. Here are 3 reasons why we think Athens to Chalki ferry is an ideal way to travel.

To get some sea air
The health benefits of sea air are numerous. During the Athens-Chalki crossing, access the outside of the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship to take a breath of fresh air. The fresh sea air and the waves that rock the ferry will instantly soothe you. You'll arrive in Chalki perfectly zen and full of energy.
To enjoy the incredible sea view
Every time we go on vacation on the coast, we are looking for the best view on the sea. During the Athens Chalki crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Restaurant, bars, lounges, cabins,... the magnificent views of the sea are omnipresent on board the ship.
Resting in a cabin
Although it is not compulsory to book a cabin for the crossing from Athens to Chalki, you are depriving yourself of a comfort that the ferry is the only mode of transport to offer. Like real hotel rooms, they offer travelers beds, bathrooms and, for some suites, portholes and balconies. Even on a day crossing, enjoying the privacy of a cabin is still possible and much more comfortable than sitting in a lounge.

Which companies operate between Athens and Chalki?

If you're looking to travel between Athens and Chalki by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

ANEK Lines Athens Chalki
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Athens-Chalki route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece as well as between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Athens-Chalki fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Athens and Chalki. ANEK Lines operates 2 crossings a week to Chalki from Athens and the journey time is 22 hrs.. More information about ANEK Lines
22 hrs.
2 crossings a week
Aigaion Pelagos Athens Chalki
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos was founded in 1999 and has its headquarters in Athens, Greece. The company serves the Greek islands and ports of the Aegean Sea. On Vivanoda, you can compare Athens-Chalki fares and book a Aigaion Pelagos ticket between Athens and Chalki. More information about Aigaion Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries Athens Chalki
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Athens-Chalki route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad of islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Athens-Chalki fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Athens and Chalki. More information about Blue Star Ferries

Where do the ferries leave from in Athens? Where do the boats arrive in Chalki?

Port of departure in Athens

ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ferries depart for Chalki from the following ports in Athens:

Athens Piraeus E1
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Athens Piraeus E6
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Athens Piraeus E3
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Port of arrival in Chalki

Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines ships arrive in Chalki from the following ports:

Chalki
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Athens to Chalki, it will take you at least 22 hrs. to cover the 247 mi between Athens and Chalki.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Athens and Chalki in winter) and the ferry company (ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos and Blue Star Ferries). There are currently 2 crossings a week between Athens and Chalki.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Athens and Chalki: ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos and Blue Star Ferries.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Aegean Speed Lines, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Dodekanisos Seaways, Alko Ferries.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Aegean Speed Lines, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Dodekanisos Seaways, Alko Ferries on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Athens Chalki ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Athens and Chalki, you will travel 247 mi.

To go by boat from Athens to Chalki, you can find prices ranging from $49 for the lowest, to $314 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $169.

The first ferry leaves Athens at 18:01 for Chalki.

What is a Athens to Chalki ferry crossing like?

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Athens and Chalki would be like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Athens to disembarkation in Chalki, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Aegean Speed Lines, LANE Sea Line and Sea Jets. You will also find practical information about Athens and Chalki.

Boarding in Athens

Before you start your Athens Chalki ferry cruise, here are a few steps to embark:

  • Presentation time at the port of Athens / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Athens ferry terminal. After this deadline, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Athens Chalki crossing / In Athens, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines ticket offices at the Athens ferry terminal. If you are by car, get in the reserved lines. The check-in will be done directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Chalki / From the Athens ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcasted. By car, follow the instructions of ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Athens and Chalki

On board the Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.

The arrival of the ferry in Chalki

You will finally find some information for the arrival of the boat in Chalki:

  • The ferry enters Chalki harbor / You will be allowed to return to the boat's garage once the ferry is docked. There is no need to rush. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Chalki on the outside deck.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Chalki Harbor.
  • Leave the ship and Chalki is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. In Chalki, you are likely to pass a customs check. Finally, leave the port and Chalki is waiting for you!

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