Blue Star Ferries ship serving Piraeus to Nisyros

Athens → Dodecanese

Piraeus to Nisyros Ferry

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Route guide

Piraeus to Nisyros ferry

Piraeus–Nisyros is a long Dodecanese crossing from Athens to the volcanic island between Kos and Tilos. Blue Star Ferries currently lists up to two routes each week and a journey from about 13 hours 15 minutes. Departures are shown from Piraeus Gate E7, with the live booking result confirming the exact vessel, intermediate calls and arrival time.

The route normally uses a conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry, so it works for both foot passengers and travellers taking a car. At 13 hours 15 minutes or more, the crossing is long enough to compare reserved seating and cabin options on the assigned ship. Individual departures can call at several islands, which is why the final itinerary and arrival time shown in the booking should take priority over the published minimum journey time.

The ferry arrives at Mandraki, the island’s main port and a practical base for exploring the volcanic landscape, traditional villages and beaches. Blue Star currently lists onward links from Nisyros towards Nisyros, Kalymnos, Kastellorizo, Kos, Lipsi, Patmos, Rhodes, Symi, Tilos and Fourni. These connections can create excellent island-hopping possibilities, but infrequent weekly sailings make careful date planning particularly important.

Even on Piraeus to Nisyros, fares and vessel assignments can vary by departure, so compare the live options rather than relying only on a typical journey time.

For Piraeus to Nisyros, the advertised crossing time is only one part of the journey. Allow for port access, check-in, boarding and disembarkation when deciding which departure best fits the day.

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Blue Star Ferries

Long-distance Dodecanese passenger and vehicle service

Crossing time: from 13 hours 15 minutes in current Blue Star information

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Nisyros route with up to two routes each week in current destination information. The live booking result identifies the operating vessel, intermediate calls and exact arrival time for the selected departure.

Passenger and vehicle ferry service
Cabins available on conventional ships
Onward Dodecanese connections

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Departure and arrival ports

Piraeus and Nisyros ferry ports

Check the current ticket for the correct gate, terminal instructions and operator check-in deadline before travelling.

Athens / Attica

Piraeus Ferry Port

Piraeus is Greece’s largest ferry hub. For this route, current Blue Star guidance points to Gate E7; always use the final gate and boarding instructions shown on your ticket.

Metro, road and taxi access from Athens
Multiple ferry gates spread around a very large harbour
Current operator guidance: Gate E7 for this route

Dodecanese

Nisyros Ferry Port

Nisyros ferries use Mandraki, the island’s main harbour on the north-west coast. The town itself is compact, while Nikia, Emporeios, the volcano and more distant beaches require onward road transport.

Main arrival: Mandraki
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Check the final arrival and local transfer details

On board

Choose comfort to match your Piraeus–Nisyros crossing

The Piraeus–Nisyros crossing is long enough for the assigned ship and accommodation category to matter. Compare cabins, reserved seats, food service and vehicle arrangements for the exact departure.

Cabins & seating

A private cabin can make a sailing of 13 hours 15 minutes or more substantially easier. Conventional Blue Star ferries also provide reserved seating and public lounges.

Food & drink

Large conventional ferries normally provide café, bar or restaurant options, but the exact outlets depend on the ship assigned to your sailing.

Vehicle travel

Passenger-and-vehicle ferries serve this route. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early for busy summer departures.

Pet travel

Pet accommodation and designated areas depend on the vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check the current documentation and onboard rules.

The assigned vessel can change. Treat the live booking result and current operator information as definitive for facilities, accessibility, vehicle carriage and pet arrangements.

Travel information

Greek domestic ferry travel: identification, boarding and practical planning

This is a domestic Greek ferry route, but passengers still need accurate booking details and accepted identification. Vehicle travellers should carry normal registration and insurance documents, while cabin passengers should confirm berth type and boarding instructions before reaching Piraeus.

Passenger identification

Use the same passenger name as your accepted identification and keep the document ready with the e-ticket.

Vehicle details

Enter accurate vehicle dimensions and carry normal registration and insurance documents when travelling with a car or motorcycle.

Long-route boarding

Allow time to find the correct gate, load vehicles if applicable and settle into the assigned seat or cabin before departure.

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After arriving in Nisyros

Mandraki is the gateway to Nisyros’s volcanic interior

Mandraki places you close to the island’s main town services and waterfront accommodation. For Nikia, Emporeios and the Stefanos crater area, arrange road transport or a rental vehicle after arrival.

Mandraki Nikia Emporeios Kos Tilos

Current Blue Star links also connect Nisyros with Kos, Tilos, Symi, Rhodes, Kalymnos and other Dodecanese islands.

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Alternative ferry routes

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Piraeus → KosCompare the nearby major island gateway.View route Piraeus → TilosCompare another quieter Dodecanese route.View route Piraeus → SymiCompare a longer route to a historic harbour town.View route

Common planning questions

Piraeus to Nisyros ferry FAQs

How long is the Piraeus to Nisyros ferry?

From 13 hours 15 minutes. Exact journey times can vary with the vessel, intermediate calls, weather and sailing date.

Which ferry company operates Piraeus to Nisyros?

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Nisyros route. The live booking result identifies the exact vessel, departure time and calling pattern for your selected date.

Can I take a car?

Yes on the conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferries normally used for this route. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early when demand is high.

Can I travel as a foot passenger?

Yes. Foot passengers are accepted on the normal passenger services. Check the selected vessel, departure gate and operator instructions before travel.

Are cabins available?

Cabins are available on conventional Blue Star ferries, subject to the ship assigned to your departure. They are particularly useful on a crossing of 13 hours 15 minutes or longer.

Can I take a pet?

Pet travel is subject to the operator’s current rules and the facilities on the selected vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check current documentation requirements.

How early should I arrive?

Follow the check-in time on your booking and allow extra time to reach the correct Piraeus gate. Current Blue Star information points to Gate E7 for this route.

Does the timetable change by season?

Yes. Current Blue Star destination information shows up to two routes each week, but sailing days, times, intermediate calls and vessel assignments can change by season and operating conditions.

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