How to get from Athens to Amorgos Ferry Guide

Essential travel information on taking the Athens to Amorgos ferry, including where to buy ferry tickets and tips on traveling to Amorgos island in Greece.

Amorgos in Greece

The island of Amorgos in the Cyclades achieved some international recognition due to Luc Besson's movie “The big blue” being filmed there. Thankfully though, mass tourism has yet to irrecoverably alter the island.

As a result, Amorgos is a great destination for anyone that loves beaches and hiking, and the Chora is considered to be one of the most stunning in the Cyclades.

Perhaps one of the reasons that Amorgos has kept its charm, is that it is still relatively difficult to reach. This means that it attracts a different sort of person than more famous islands like Mykonos or Santorini.

Some people choose to visit Amorgos after spending time on another island like Santorini. If that sounds like an option that appeals, check out my guide on how to get the ferry from Santorini to Amorgos.

If you want to get to Amorgos from Athens though, here's how.

Ferries from Athens to Amorgos

The only way to get to Amorgos from Athens is by ferry as the island has no airport. It's quite a long journey, with ferries from Athens taking around 5.5 hours for the high speed boats, and between 8 and 10 hours to reach Amorgos on the slower vessels.

During the summer months, there are sometimes two daily ferries from Athens to Amorgos, although the times are not always incredibly convenient.

To find up to date ferry schedules, ticket prices and other information, use Ferryhopper when planning your trip from Athens to Amorgos in Greece.

The prices for ferry tickets to Amorgos from Piraeus, cost from 20€ for a conventional ferry and from 70€ for high-speed ferries. Various discounts and travel incentives can make the high speed ferries cheaper on occasion.

Ferry Ports in Amorgos

It should be noted that Amorgos has two ferry ports – the main port in Katapola, and Aegiali port in the north part of the island. You may want to consider booking hotels in Amorgos based on which ferry port you will arrive at.

When departing from Amorgos, you'll want to check which port you are due to leave from – just in case!

FAQ About Travel To Amorgos From Athens

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding traveling from Athens to Amorgos island in the Cyclades.

Can I fly to Amorgos?

There is no airport on Amorgos, so you can not fly directly to the island. Some people do choose to fly to a neighboring island such as Santorini or Mykonos, and then take a ferry to Amorgos from there.

Which ports in Athens do ferries to Amorgos leave from?

Ferries to Amorgos island depart all the year through from the main port of Piraeus in Athens. During the summer tourist season, there may also be additional ferries from Rafina to Amorgos, but this does vary from year to year.

What is the distance from Athens to Amorgos?

It is approximately 320 kilometres from Piraeus Port in Athens to the Greek island of Amorgos in the Cyclades chain. 

How long is the ferry from Athens to Amorgos?

The ferry journey from Piraeus port in Athens to Amorgos takes between 8 and 10 hours. The ferry may make other stops between Athens and Amorgos at other Cyclades islands along the way. More expensive highspeed ferries have a quicker time of 5.5 hours.

Where can I book ferry tickets to Amorgos?

The easiest place to book Greek ferry tickets to Amorgos and other destinations in the Cyclades is through Ferryhopper. You can also use local travel agencies when traveling in Greece to book tickets for the ferries to Amorgos and beyond.