Ferries from Lavrio: routes & destinations 2026
Lavrio is Attica's third-largest passenger port, with ferries to Kea and Kythnos, several Cycladic islands and Lemnos. Here you can see where each ferry goes, how to get to the port and when to book your 2026 tickets.
Ferries from Lavrio
- Destinations
- 15
- Ferry companies
- 3
- Tickets from
- €11.50
Destinations from Lavrio
North Aegean Islands
| Route | Travel time | Type | Ferry companies | from | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavrio to Agios Efstratios | 7.5 hours – 11h 25m | Conventional |  | €23.70 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Lemnos | 8h 55m – 12h 50m | Conventional | | €28 | Schedule → |
Cyclades
| Route | Travel time | Type | Ferry companies | from | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavrio to Folegandros | 13h 50m | Conventional |  | €28 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Ios | 12h 10m | Conventional |  | €23.50 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Kea | 1 hour | Conventional | | €11.50 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Kimolos | 4–15.5 hours | Conventional High-speed | | €20 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Kythnos | 2h 35m – 2h 45m | Conventional | | €15 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Milos | 16h 40m | Conventional | | €20 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Mykonos | 2h 20m – 2h 40m | High-speed | | €40 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Naxos | 9h 45m | Conventional | | €22 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Paros | 8h 10m | Conventional | | €20 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Serifos | 2.5 hours | High-speed | — | €40.80 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Sifnos | 3h 10m | High-speed | — | €55 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Sikinos | 13 hours | Conventional | | €26 | Schedule → |
| Lavrio to Syros | 5h 35m – 5h 40m | Conventional | | €18 | Schedule → |
Port information
- Location: about 1 km from the town centre, 60 km from central Athens and about 30 km from the airport.
- KTEL buses: services from Nomismatokopeio and Pedion tou Areos, and roughly hourly from the airport (about €5, 45–60 minutes).
- Parking: not allowed inside the port. There are private car parks nearby (roughly €6 a day) and free spaces on the streets.
- Facilities: cafés, restaurants, ATMs, kiosks and car hire in the town, close to the quays.
- Taxi: Lavrio local taxi, tel. +30 22920 25871.
- Lavrio Port Authority: +30 22923 20400, useful for checking sailing bans.
- Arrival: arrive 45–60 minutes before departure, earlier if you have a car.
Lavrio as an alternative to Piraeus and Rafina
Lavrio is in south-east Attica, about 60 km from central Athens and about 30 km from Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos). It suits travellers coming from the Mesogeia area, Sounion Avenue or the airport. It is also a good choice if you want a nearby island such as Kea or Kythnos without crossing Athens to reach Piraeus.
The port is smaller and quieter than the two big ones, but the choice of destinations is narrower and changes with the season. To see what is running on the day you want to travel, use the search on this page and enter your date.
Where do ferries from Lavrio go?
Kea and Kythnos: the nearby islands
These are the port's most frequent routes. Kea is about an hour away on conventional ferries, and in summer there are several departures a day, in the morning and the afternoon. Kythnos takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on the fastest ferry and around 2.5 hours on ferries that make intermediate stops. Times vary by day and operator, so check your exact date before booking accommodation.
Central and southern Cyclades
Ferries run from Lavrio to Serifos, Sifnos, Milos, Kimolos, Folegandros and Sikinos. There are also services to Syros, Paros, Naxos, Ios and Mykonos, mainly on long routes with many stops, so journey time matters here. Paros, for example, can take around 8 hours, while Kimolos and Folegandros can take more than 13 hours when the ferry calls at many islands. If you want a fast connection to Mykonos, Paros or Naxos, always compare with Piraeus and Rafina before you decide.
North-east Aegean
Lavrio is one of the few ports in Attica with a route to Lemnos and Agios Efstratios. The Lemnos crossing is an overnight sailing of about 9 hours, leaving in the afternoon or evening and arriving around midnight or in the early hours. If you are taking a car, expect to arrive early in the morning.
Ferry companies and types of ferry
The operators shown on our site are Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Seajets serves the Lemnos route and some Cyclades connections. Blue Star Ferries runs the large conventional ships, with intermediate stops at Kythnos and the southern Cyclades. For Kea and Kythnos there are also smaller local companies, such as Goutos Lines, with several departures a day.
Conventional ferries are slower, but they carry cars and motorbikes and have indoor seating areas, cafés and open decks. Price and journey time can differ noticeably between ferries to the same destination, so the choice usually comes down to whether you want the quickest arrival or need to take a car.
When to book
- July–August and weekends: ferries to Kea and Kythnos fill up quickly, especially for cars. Book at least 2–3 weeks ahead.
- Farther islands: there are only a few sailings a week to the Cyclades. If you miss your ferry, the next one may be a day or two later.
- Off-season: timetables thin out and there are fewer departures, but you can usually still find a ticket at the last minute.
- Timetable changes: companies publish winter and summer schedules separately. Check your date before booking a hotel.
How to get to the port
By car, take Lavriou Avenue, the Attiki Odos motorway or Mesogeion Avenue. From central Athens the drive takes about an hour and a half, depending on traffic.
KTEL Attica buses run from Nomismatokopeio (a metro station) and from Pedion tou Areos (Areos Park), with around 12 departures a day, more in summer. From the airport, a bus leaves roughly every hour from the arrivals level, via Markopoulo, and costs about €5. The KTEL bus station is in the centre of Lavrio, and from there it is a walk to the quays. If you have heavy luggage or a very early ferry, a taxi from the airport is the safer option.
Travel tips
- Book a ticket with a car early, as space is limited on the smaller ferries.
- Arrive at the port at least 45–60 minutes before departure, and earlier if you have a car.
- Parking is not allowed inside the port. There are private car parks nearby, at roughly €6 a day, and free spaces on the town's streets.
- In strong winds a sailing ban may apply. Sailings from Lavrio have sometimes been cancelled while ferries from Piraeus and Rafina run as normal. If you have tight connections, allow a spare day.
- If you are continuing to a more distant island, check the connection for each day, as not every route runs daily.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lavrio port and how far is it from Athens?
Lavrio is in south-east Attica, about 60 km from central Athens and about 30 km from the airport. By car or KTEL bus, the journey from the city centre takes about an hour and a half.
Which islands can I reach from Lavrio?
Ferries from Lavrio go to Kea, Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos, Milos, Kimolos, Folegandros, Sikinos, Ios, Paros, Naxos, Syros, Mykonos, Lemnos and Agios Efstratios. Not every route runs every day, and the timetable changes with the season.
How long is the ferry from Lavrio to Kea and Kythnos?
The crossing to Kea takes about an hour. Kythnos takes from 1 hour 40 minutes on the fastest ferry to about 2.5 hours when the ferry makes intermediate stops.
How do I get from the airport to Lavrio?
The cheapest option is the KTEL Attica bus, which leaves roughly every hour from the arrivals level and costs about €5. The journey takes 45–60 minutes. A taxi is quicker, at around 30 minutes.
Is there parking at Lavrio port?
Parking is not allowed inside the port. There are private car parks near the quay, at roughly €6 a day, and free spaces on the town's streets.
When should I book tickets from Lavrio?
In July and August, and especially at weekends, book 2–3 weeks ahead, particularly if you are travelling with a car. Outside the high season there is usually more availability.
Are ferries from Lavrio cancelled in strong winds?
Yes. In strong winds a sailing ban may apply, and there have been times when it applied at Lavrio while Piraeus and Rafina were running normally. The decision is made by the Coast Guard and the ferry company, and if your ferry is cancelled you are entitled to a change of ticket or a refund.
Should I use Lavrio or Piraeus for the Cyclades?
For Kea and Kythnos, Lavrio is closer and suits travellers coming from the Mesogeia area or the airport. For Mykonos, Santorini or Paros, Piraeus and Rafina have more frequent and faster ferries.