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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€73
Fastest journey on Sep 23
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 23
6 h 8 m
Ferries on Sep 23
6
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 €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 6 ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island), including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 45 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.
DIONISIOS SOLOMOS2:15 PM11h50Port of Piraeus2:05 AMAthinios Port€481One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR DELOS7:25 AM7h45Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port€591One-way0 transfers- BLUE STAR CHIOS3:00 PM6h20Port of Piraeus9:20 PMAthinios Port€591One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM6h10Port of Piraeus9:10 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers- CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 29:00 AM5h25Port of Piraeus2:25 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
- EUROCHAMPION JET 27:00 AM5h00Port of Piraeus12:00 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
- CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 29:00 AM5h25Port of Piraeus2:25 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
- CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM6h10Port of Piraeus9:10 PMAthinios Port€901One-way0 transfers
- BLUE STAR CHIOS3:00 PM6h20Port of Piraeus9:20 PMAthinios Port€591One-way0 transfers
- BLUE STAR DELOS7:25 AM7h45Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port€591One-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 an average ticket price of €74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €74, while a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price |
7h 38m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Santorini (Island):
A ferry is €4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Santorini (Island) costing on average €78.
Other travel options to Santorini (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 6h 38m.
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 Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUROCHAMPION JET 2 | 7:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h00 | 12:00 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BLUE STAR DELOS | 7:25 AM Port of Piraeus | 7h45 | 3:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 2 | 9:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h25 | 2:25 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DIONISIOS SOLOMOS | 2:15 PM Port of Piraeus | 11h50 | 2:05 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 6h20 | 9:20 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| CHAMPION JET 1 | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 6h10 | 9:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Fast Ferries, Seajets or Golden Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Island).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Santorini (Island).
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries, Seajets or Golden Star 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)
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Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 5 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 4h 45m. There are 31 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 31 |
Fastest ferry 4h 45m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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)
Most Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Thira Santorini Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Santorini (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Santorini (Island) leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Port of Rafina from Athens city centre
Port of Rafina port facilities and services
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Thira Santorini Port from Santorini city centre
Thira Santorini Port is 3 km from Santorini city centre. Public transport options include:
Thira Santorini Port port facilities and services
Thira Santorini Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Roka Kafeneio (0.6km), To Psaraki (0.8km), The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thira Santorini Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thira Santorini Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thira Santorini Port.
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