How early to get to Piraeus port for ferry?

How early to get to Piraeus port for ferry? It is advised to arrive at the port at least an hour early, as it is a big connecting point for many vehicles and passengers and traffic is almost always crazy. If you want to rent a car you can choose the Piraeus port as a pick-up or drop off point.

What is priority boarding on ferry?

What you'll get with Priority Boarding: You'll arrive and check in at the same time as everyone else but get a designated Priority Boarding lane, reducing your queuing time before boarding. You'll be among the first vehicles to board the ferry and then to disembark on the other side.

Are Greek ferries often delayed?

I have travelled by ferry many times in Greece and delays of an hour or two are commonplace. Only once have I experienced a cancellation and that was due to rough seas.

How early do ferries board Greece?

Passengers of the Greek Ferries should be at the embarkation area one (1) hour before departure for the domestic lines and two (2) hours for the international lines.

How much earlier should I be at the ferry terminal?

Plan to be aboard your ferry as a walk-on passenger at least five minutes in advance of the sailing.

How early can I board a DFDS ferry?

Boarding starts: All passengers: 2 hours before scheduled departure time. Check-in closes: Vehicle passengers to Frederikshavn: 50 minutes before scheduled departure time.

How early do you need to get to the ferry in Athens?

You should arrive at the port at least 1 hour before your ferry's departure time to make sure that you won't miss your ferry ride. Also, if you're traveling with your vehicle, it's better to arrive 90 minutes earlier at the port.

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What time should I arrive at Piraeus port?

How early to arrive at Piraeus port? 1) All ships depart on time and will not wait for you if you are late. Hence, if you are traveling without a vehicle, ensure you arrive at your ferry one hour before departure. On the other hand, if you take a car with you, arrive 1.5-2 hours before departure.

Can I get on an earlier ferry?

Usually, the ticket that you purchase is only valid for the crossing you have booked. Some ferry companies allow you to change your departure time at the port, but this usually only happens if multiple ferry sailings are available per day.

Are Greek ferries always late?

Ferries will leave on-time from their first departure port in the morning (usually large ports like Piraeus, Heraklio, and Rhodes) but will often be late arriving and departing from all onward ports – usually getting later as the day progresses.

Is there a free shuttle from Piraeus Port?

There is a shuttle bus operated by the Piraeus Port Authority that offers free transport within the port. The bus departs from the port's main entrance, which is located close to the port station, as you can see on the map. There, you will find electronic display boards with waiting times for the bus.

What do I do if I miss my ferry?

If you miss your ferry you will have to re-book. If I miss my ferry can I get a refund? Most often, yes - but a missed ferry almost always involves a financial penalty - how much varies by operator. The standard penalty ranges from 20 - 55% depending on the operator.

Can you be late for a ferry?

If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.

Do your bags get checked on a ferry?

Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

How do you check into a ferry?

The check-in process is mandatory and applies to all ports of departure. This should be done either at the check-in desk of the shipping company, located in the harbor/pier/booth or at the appropriate ticket office indicated at the end of the booking process.

Do you have to go through security on a ferry?

Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.

Can you take your own food on a ferry?

Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.