The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 27 m
Ferries per day
7
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens 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 Athens to Santorini (Island) will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Of the 7 ferries that leave Athens for Santorini (Island) on Thu, Jun 25, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 10 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.
BLUE STAR 17:25 AM7h25Port of Piraeus2:50 PMAthinios Port€591One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR DELOS5:30 PM9h45Port of Piraeus3:15 AMAthinios Port€591One-way0 transfers
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET7:00 AM5h00Port of Piraeus12:00 PMAthinios Port€801One-way0 transfers
GOLDEN PRINCESS7:20 AM5h20Port of Rafina12:40 PMAthinios Port€821One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM6h10Port of Piraeus9:10 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET7:00 AM5h00Port of Piraeus12:00 PMAthinios Port€801One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 39:00 AM5h10Port of Piraeus2:10 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
GOLDEN PRINCESS7:20 AM5h20Port of Rafina12:40 PMAthinios Port€821One-way0 transfers
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:30 AM5h35Port of Piraeus3:05 PMAthinios Port€1181One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM6h10Port of Piraeus9:10 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Santorini (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€60 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
7h 42m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Golden Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 9h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPION JET 1 | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 6h10 | 9:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
DIAGORAS | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 7h25 | 10:25 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR DELOS | 7:30 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h15 | 4:45 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET | 7:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h00 | 12:00 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN PRINCESS | 7:20 AM Port of Rafina | 5h20 | 12:40 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR 1 | 7:25 AM Port of Piraeus | 7h25 | 2:50 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
CHAMPION JET 3 | 9:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h10 | 2:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 9:30 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h35 | 3:05 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Island).
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Santorini (Island).
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 126 nautical miles (234 km) distance in 5h 35m. There are 32 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.







Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 5h 35m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast from Athens to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Santorini (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Golden Star Ferries
Zante Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Anek - Superfast
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Santorini (Island)
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
- 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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