The cheapest and fastest ferries from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Agios Nikolaos for Santorini (Island) on Fri, Jan 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct ferries cover the 136 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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BLUE STAR CHIOSAgios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR CHIOS | 11:15 PM Sitia | 6h15 | 5:30 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 2 | |||||
BLUE STAR CHIOS | 2:30 AM Heraklion Port | 3h00 | 5:30 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 73 nautical miles (136 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 73 nautical miles (136 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santorini (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Agios Nikolaos, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Athinios Port, located 4.5 miles (7.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Agios Nikolaos to Santorini (Island)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
- To Psaraki (0.8km)
- The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
- Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
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