SEAJETSHIGH-SPEED
Piraeus → SifnosExample sailing · 31 October 2026
07:40Piraeus
2h 35mhigh-speed
10:15Sifnos
- Seat
- Economy
- Vehicles
- Cars on some boats
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way
Fare from€68.70
Economy1 adult · one way
Sifnos by ferry
Sifnos is the food island of the Cyclades, home of the famous cook Nikolaos Tselementes and of slow-baked dishes such as revithada. It has white villages such as Apollonia and Artemonas, the medieval Kastro above the sea, the photogenic chapel of Chrysopigi, potters’ workshops and a network of walking paths.
From Piraeus, Seajets takes about 2 h 30 m – 2 h 35 m (from €68.70) and Fast Ferries about 4 h 55 m (from €40.50). Sifnos is linked with Serifos, Milos, Kimolos and Folegandros.
Stay in Apollonia or Artemonas
The main villages in the centre, with restaurants and bars.
Stay by the sea
Kamares (the port), Platis Gialos or Vathi for sandy beaches.
Ferry routes & prices
Sifnos is on the western Cyclades line from Piraeus via Serifos to Milos. Seajets is the fastest; Fast Ferries is cheaper and carries cars.
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FAST FERRIESCONVENTIONAL
Piraeus → SifnosExample sailing · 31 October 2026
07:15Piraeus
4h 55mconventional
12:10Sifnos
- Seat
- Deck / economy
- Vehicles
- Cars, campers and vans
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way · no vehicle
Fare from€40.50
Economy1 adult · one way
| From | Companies | Fastest | Fares from | When |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus | Seajets, Fast Ferries | 2 h 30 m | €40.50 | All year |
| Serifos | Seajets | 20 min | €28.40 | All year |
| Milos | Seajets | 45 min | €39.90 | All year |
| Kimolos | Fast Ferries | 50 min | €6 | Some days |
Children travel at reduced fares. Other discounts, such as for students, large families or people with disabilities, apply only to Greek citizens. For a group booking, ask us for a quote.
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October 2026 fares.
Arriving & getting around
Where does the boat arrive?
Ferries arrive at Kamares, a port village with a sandy beach on the west coast, about 5 km from Apollonia.
Leaving from Piraeus
Gates in Piraeus
Blue Star shows your gate when you check in (online or at the port). Seajets usually leaves from gate E9 or E7 and sends you an SMS with the gate. Some sailings use E1 or E2, at the other end of the port, so always check and allow extra time.
When to be at the port
At least an hour before departure with a vehicle, and 30–45 minutes on foot. The metro and the suburban train stop right by the Cyclades gates.
Flying into Athens?
Leave at least 4 hours between your flight’s landing and the ferry’s departure. Choosing an Athens port.
On the island
From the port
Buses run from Kamares to Apollonia, Artemonas, Platis Gialos and Vathi; taxis are few.
Walking
Sifnos has some of the best-marked trails in the Cyclades.
Car or scooter
Useful for the more remote beaches and monasteries.
Flying
No airport. Fly to Milos or Athens and continue by ferry.
Campers, vans & vehicles
Taking a camper, motorhome, van or your boat on a trailer to Sifnos? Big vehicles need a little more planning on Greek ferries. Here is what to know, for holidays and for business.
1
Measure and declare
Give the exact length and height of your camper, van or car with caravan, including bike racks, roof boxes and tow bars. The ferry fare and deck space depend on them, and a vehicle bigger than booked may be refused or charged extra at the port.
2
Gas and fuel
Vehicles running on LPG or other gas, and hybrid or electric vehicles, must be declared when you book. Gas tanks may be filled to no more than 50% and EV batteries charged to no more than 40%. Make sure gas bottles are turned off before boarding.
3
At the port
Be at the port at least 1 hour before departure. Large vehicles are loaded in the order set by the port authority, so arriving early helps. Book well ahead in July and August: garage space for big vehicles runs out first.
4
On board
Only the driver stays with the vehicle to drive it on and off; everyone else boards on foot. Nobody may stay in the vehicle during the crossing, so take what you need for the trip with you.
5
Boat on a trailer
Taking your own boat? We also book ferry tickets for a car towing a boat trailer. Give the total length of car, trailer and boat together, and the height of the boat on the trailer, including any mast, frame or outboard engine.
On Sifnos: wild camping is not allowed in Greece. You can park a camper wherever car parking is allowed, but setting up camp outside a campsite can be fined. Roads are good; the lanes of Kastro and Apollonia are pedestrian.
1
Vans and goods
Vans carrying goods, tools or equipment for work may be booked as commercial vehicles, with a different fare and different paperwork from a private car. Tell us what the vehicle carries and its weight.
2
Teams and fleets
Several vehicles and drivers on the same sailing, or regular crossings for a project? We book them together so your team travels on the same ship.
3
Exact dimensions
Length, height and weight decide the category. Include racks, ladders and trailers, and tell us if anything is loaded on the roof.
4
Timing
Commercial vehicles may need to be at the port earlier than cars. We confirm the exact check-in time and gate for your sailing.
5
Company invoice
Travelling for work? We issue an invoice in your company’s name. Send us the company name, address and VAT number with your quote request.
Beaches & things to see
East
Kastro
A medieval village on a rock above the sea.
South-east
Chrysopigi
A white chapel on a rock, linked to the island by a footbridge.
South
Platis Gialos
A long sandy beach with tavernas and potters.
South-west
Vathi
A sheltered bay with a chapel at the water’s edge.
Centre
Apollonia
Lanes of white houses and the evening stroll.
Evenings & nightlife
Evenings on Sifnos revolve around food: long dinners in Apollonia, Artemonas and Kastro, followed by a drink on the main street of Apollonia.
Ferry companies serving Sifnos
Sifnos ferry FAQ
How long is the ferry from Athens to Sifnos?
From Piraeus, about 2 h 30 m on Seajets and about 4 h 55 m on Fast Ferries.
How much is the ferry to Sifnos?
From €40.50 on Fast Ferries and €68.70 on Seajets (October 2026).
How do I get from Sifnos to Milos?
Seajets takes about 45 minutes, from €39.90.
Can I take my car to Sifnos?
Yes, on Fast Ferries and some Seajets boats. Get a vehicle quote.
Which gate do Sifnos ferries use in Piraeus?
Blue Star shows your gate in Piraeus when you check in; Seajets usually leaves from E9 or E7.