How late do Greek ferries run?

How late do Greek ferries run? The Lesvos boats leave between 7 and 9pm and the Crete boats around 9pm. The Aegina ferries and Flying Dolphins run continuously from about 6am to 8pm and to a lesser degree so do the boats to Poros, Hydra and Spetses though the last boat probably leaves around 6pm or maybe 8pm at the latest.

Has a Greek ferry ever sunk?

MS Express Samina (Greek: ??p??? S?µ??a) was a French-built RoPax ferry that struck the charted Portes Islets rocks in the Bay of Parikia off the coast of Paros island in the central Aegean Sea on 26 September 2000. The accident resulted in 81 deaths and the loss of the ship.

Why are Greek ferries so expensive?

Greek ferry companies increased the price of their tickets for most routes for the second time this year, citing the high cost of fuel. The new prices took effect on June 15.

Is the Aegean Sea rough?

However, in contrast with what many people believe, the Aegean Sea is not considered as particularly rough, especially when compared with other destinations worldwide. This does not mean that it is benign.

Do Greek ferries run at night?

Most ferry trips run during the night, reaching their destination early in the morning. Ferry tickets for the Greek Islands of the Northeast Aegean from Piraeus (Athens) are affordable, with a starting price of approximately €40.

Why are Greek island ferries so expensive?

There is 14,5% tax levied on each ticket and then 13% VAT. One of the ferries' major cost is fuel. and its price doubled since last year. There are 74 long distance ferries in Greece, 53 “conventional” and 21 “fast” (ie catamarans) ferries.

What is the cheapest Greek island to get to?

The most affordable Greek Islands to visit include Crete, Andros, Tinos, Corfu and Naxos. These cheap Greek Islands don't get nearly as many visitors as others, making everything from transportation to food and accommodations more affordable. And often, they're not even very far from the more popular islands.

What happens if ferry is delayed?

In that case, ferry companies are not required to pay passengers additional compensation or provide extra benefits. However, if your departure is cancelled or delayed for a long period of time, you should be offered an alternative solution and be provided with a full refund of your ticket amount.

Which Greek island is the most luxurious?

How reliable are Greek ferries?

The ferries in Greece are some of the most efficient and busiest in the world. During summer there are hundreds of them connecting between the Greek Islands and mainland ports at any given time. The boats are well maintained and have an excellent safety record.

What is the fastest ferry in Greece?

Seajet's impressive WorldChampion Jet is one of the fastest high-speed ferries in the world and guarantees a fast, smooth and comfortable trip. See where in Greece you can sail with Seajets' WorldChampion Jet, and book ferry tickets on Ferryhopper with no hidden costs!

How rough are Greek ferries?

Chances are high of getting seasick; come prepared People who don't typically suffer from motion sickness often get seasick on ferries. The water gets seriously choppy and very uncomfortable at times. You have nothing to lose! Come prepared; take Dramamine at least 30 minutes before your trip.

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.

Can you take food and drink on a ferry?

Ferry Concessions Please drink responsibly. 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.

Where was Mamma Mia filmed?

The very successful movie of Hollywood and Universal Studios with the wonderful songs of ABBA and amazing actors , Mamma Mia was filmed in Greece in Skopelos , Skiathos and Damouhari Pelion . Many visitors to our island , request information about the locations where the movie MAMMA MIA was filmed.