Ferry to Thassos: Everything about routes, timetables, and ticket prices
If you are planning a vacation in Thassos, the first and most important step on that journey is crossing by ferry from the Greek mainland to the island. Although this process may seem complicated due to different ports and companies, it is actually very simple - we will explain all the details step by step.
Guide Contents:
- Which routes are available and where we board and disembark
- How often do ferries run and when do they depart - timetable
- How much does the ferry to Thassos cost
- Where do I buy a ticket: on-site or in advance
- Rules for electric, hybrid, and gas vehicles
- Tips for drivers and passengers
- Summary: Should I choose Kavala or Keramoti
Which routes exist to Thassos (where do we depart and where do we disembark)?
Ferries to Thassos operate from two places: Kavala and Keramoti. The choice of boarding place directly determines where you will disembark on the island:
- Keramoti - Limenas Line: Boarding is in the port of Keramoti, and disembarking in Limenas, which is also the capital of Thassos. The journey on this route lasts shortly - only 35 minutes.
- Kavala - Skala Prinos Line: Boarding is in the port of Kavala, and disembarking in the village of Skala Prinos on the western coast of the island. The journey on this route takes longer - about 75 minutes.
FERRY TIMETABLE
Keramoti - Limenas Line (Main Line)
This is the fastest and most popular route. Ferries operate very frequently during the peak season - every 30 minutes throughout the day.
- First departures: From Keramoti at 04:15h, and from Limenas at 04:30h.
- Last departures: From the mainland at 23:00h, and from the island also at 23:00h.
Kavala - Skala Prinos Line
Unlike the main line, the connection between Kavala and Skala Prinos is less frequent, with only 5 departures daily in both directions.
KERAMOTI - LIMENAS TIMETABLE
| From Limenas | From Keramoti |
|---|---|
| 04:30 | 04:15 |
| 05:00 | 04:45 |
| 05:30 | 05:15 |
| 06:00, 06:30, 07:00, 07:30 | 05:45, 06:15, 06:45, 07:15 |
| 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 | 07:45, 08:15, 08:45, 09:15 |
| 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 | 09:45, 10:15, 10:45, 11:15 |
| 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30 | 11:45, 12:15, 12:45, 13:15 |
| 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30 | 13:45, 14:15, 14:45, 15:15 |
| 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30 | 15:45, 16:15, 16:45, 17:15 |
| 18:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 | 17:45, 18:15, 18:45, 19:15 |
| 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:30 | 19:45, 20:15, 20:45, 21:15 |
| 22:00, 22:30, 23:00 | 21:45, 22:15, 23:00 |
KAVALA - SKALA PRINOS TIMETABLE
| From Skala Prinos | From Kavala |
|---|---|
| 07:15 | 08:30 |
| 10:15 | 10:15 |
| 12:00 | 12:15 |
| 16:00 | 14:00 |
| 17:30 | 19:15 |
Tip: If you are planning a trip through Kavala and Prinos, make sure to check for any extraordinary changes the day before by phone. If you are not strictly bound to exact schedules, it is always more flexible to use the line through Keramoti.
Ticket price for the ferry to Thassos
Ticket prices differ if you are traveling from Keramoti (shorter) or from Kavala (longer), expressed per direction and including VAT.
- Children up to 5 years travel for free.
Passengers and Two-Wheelers
| Category | Keramoti - Limenas | Kavala - Skala Prinos |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (full price) | 6.00 € | 7.00 € |
| Children (under 5 years) | FREE | FREE |
| Children (5 to 10 years) | 3.00 € | 4.00 € |
| Persons with disabilities | -50% discount | -50% discount |
| Bicycle | 3.00 € | 4.00 € |
| Motorcycle (up to 250cc) | 6.00 € | 7.00 € |
| Motorcycle (over 250cc) | 7.00 € | 9.00 € |
| QUAD (ATV vehicles) | 10.00 € | 12.00 € |
Cars and Larger Vehicles
When calculating the price for a car, the key is the length of the vehicle of 4.25 meters. Most standard family cars and hatchbacks fall into the first category. Caravans, larger SUVs, or vehicles with roof boxes (if the box significantly extends the vehicle’s dimensions) may fall into a higher tariff.
| Vehicle Category | Keramoti - Limenas | Kavala - Skala Prinos |
|---|---|---|
| Cars up to 4.25 m | 22.00€ | 22.00€ |
| Cars over 4.25 m | 27.00€ | 27.00€ |
| Campers, trailers (per meter of length) | 5.00 €/m | 5.00 €/m |
| Small trucks and freight vehicles (up to 5m) | 27.00€ | 30.00€ |
Where to buy tickets
Advance reservation or online purchase of ferry tickets is not possible, and realistically not necessary.
- There are enough departures throughout the day, especially during the peak summer season.
Tickets are purchased on-site, at ticket offices located just before the entrance to the docks in the ports of Keramoti, Limenas, Prinos, and Kavala. At the ticket offices, you can pay in cash or by credit card (Visa, Mastercard).
- If you are traveling to the island as part of a larger organized tourist group (e.g., organized bus transport of over 20 passengers), a discount may be granted, and the ticket price is 4.00 € per person one way, but this is negotiated and paid directly at the ticket office by the agency or group guide.
Transporting a bicycle/bicycles by ferry
You can bring a bicycle to Thassos, and here is the procedure for transporting a bicycle by ferry.
- If you are using a bicycle carrier (roof or rear door), make sure it is securely fastened and that the car with the carrier does not exceed the length or height you will report when issuing the ticket (to avoid a change in the car’s length or height category).
Upon entering the garage, the staff will show you where to park. The bicycle remains safe during the journey, either attached to the car or temporarily in a special part of the ferry’s garage.
- Whether you need to remove it from the carrier, the ferry crew will tell you during boarding, as it depends on the type of ferry and the garage it has.
Shipping companies and direct contact
Several shipping companies operate to Thassos (such as Thassos Ferries, Aneth Ferries, Thassos Link, and Thassos Seaways). Although in practice you just board the first ferry lined up and ready to depart at the dock, carriers reserve the right to make sudden changes to the schedules.
If you want to confirm information or check for extraordinary changes directly with individual companies, you can use the following contacts:
- Thassos Ferries: Phone: +30 25930 24001 Website (available in Serbian language), e-mail: thassosferries@gmail.com
- Aneth Ferries: Phone: +30 25930 22318 Website, e-mail: info@anethferries.gr
- Thassos Link: Phone: +30 697 340 4079 e-mail: thassoslink1@yahoo.com
- Thassos Seaways: Phone: +30 21046 57211 e-mail: thassos.seaways@yahoo.gr
New rules for electric, hybrid, and gas vehicles
During ferry navigation, the rule dictates:
- For vehicles on gas (LPG) and natural gas (CNG), tanks must be half-empty, i.e., they must not be filled more than 50% of the total capacity.
- Electric and hybrid vehicles: For safety reasons, the batteries of these vehicles must not be filled more than 40% of the total capacity.
Tips for drivers and passengers
Procedure in the boarding queue
- During the season, vehicle queues can be quite long, especially on weekends when the local population also massively travels to Thassos. The ticket kiosk is located in front of the dock (ramp). You need to buy the ticket first and then join the queue. However, if the line of cars extends beyond the dock, onto the street, you can park the car in line and quickly buy tickets for everyone.
Only the driver boards the ship with the vehicle
- The rule is that only the driver boards the ferry in their vehicle to park it, while all other passengers must pass through the pedestrian walkway showing their individual tickets. Therefore, it is important that each passenger has their ticket with them before separating. Agree in advance on which deck or part of the salon you will be in so you don’t have to search during the journey.
Caution when parking on the ferry
- Ferry workers will direct you to park extremely close and tightly next to other vehicles to maximize space on the deck. Fold the mirrors on time and open the doors carefully to avoid scratching and damage.
Pets on board
- If you are going on vacation with a pet, introducing dogs on the ferry is completely allowed and free on the open decks of the ship.
- If you are planning a vacation with a pet, in our offer we have a really lot of accommodations that are pet-friendly.
Socializing with seagulls during the journey
- Ferry travel is an attraction in itself because a large flock of seagulls follows the ships from the moment they set sail. They do this because they are used to being fed pieces of bread or pastries directly from the hand by passengers. We must warn you that this food is not good for seagulls. What we recommend is that you definitely have your phone ready to capture this moment. If the wind is not to your liking, you can move to the enclosed, air-conditioned lounge with comfortable chairs and a bar where you can have coffee or refreshments.
Summary: Should I choose Kavala or Keramoti
Among our tourists, the Keramoti - Limenas Line is far more popular. Although Keramoti is about 39 km further from Kavala when driving on land, crossing from there offers clear advantages.
The distance from Skala Prinos to Limenas on the island itself is 15 km. If your accommodation is gravitating towards the southern or western part of Thassos, the Kavala - Skala Prinos line theoretically saves you about 50 kilometers of driving by car.
- Recommendation: Taking into account that the ferry from Kavala has only 3 departures per day, and that the journey takes twice as long (75 minutes), we recommend choosing the line from Keramoti as a faster, cheaper, and more flexible option.
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