Ferry Athens (Piraeus) → Milos 🇬🇷🇬🇷
The ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Milos is the gateway to the western Cyclades and its famous volcanic coastline. SeaJets runs high-speed catamarans that reach Milos in as little as 2 h 30, while Blue Star Ferries and Minoan Lines operate larger conventional vessels — slower at around 4 h 35 but smoother, cheaper, and able to carry cars. Milos is celebrated for Sarakiniko's lunar-white rocks, the colourful fishing village of Klima, and Kleftiko's sea caves reached only by boat. With several sailings a day through the summer, you can pick an early high-speed crossing or an overnight conventional departure to suit your trip.
The Athens (Piraeus) → Milos ferry route serves Milos from Athens (Piraeus), in Greece. It is operated by SEAJETS, BLUE STAR FERRIES, MINOAN LINES, with a crossing time of around 2 h 30 (high-speed) to 4 h 35 (conventional) (several daily departures in summer). Fares start from €40 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.
Operators on this route
- SEAJETS
- BLUE STAR FERRIES
- MINOAN LINES
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the ferry from Piraeus to Milos take?
- SeaJets high-speed catamarans cross in about 2 h 30, while conventional ferries from Blue Star Ferries and Minoan Lines take around 4 h to 4 h 35 depending on the vessel and any intermediate stops.
- Which companies sail from Athens to Milos?
- Three operators serve this route in summer: SeaJets (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries and Minoan Lines (conventional car ferries). Together they offer several departures a day.
- Can I take a car to Milos?
- Yes. The conventional ferries run by Blue Star Ferries and Minoan Lines carry cars, motorbikes and campervans. SeaJets high-speed services also accept vehicles on many sailings — check the specific departure when booking.
- When should I book the Piraeus–Milos ferry?
- Milos is a popular summer destination, so book a few weeks ahead for July and August, especially if you need a vehicle space or want the fastest high-speed crossing.