The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
17 h 10 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Rhodes on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct ferries cover the 247 km distance in an average of 17 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest ferries will take 17 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.
9:50 PM17h10Santorini (Island)3:00 PMRhodes€281One-way0 transfers
9:50 PM17h10Santorini (Island)3:00 PMRhodes€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santorini (Island) to Rhodes
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 133 nautical miles (247 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price |
16h 20m Average total duration 15h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santorini (Island) to Rhodes Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 14h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 17h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 17h10 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 12h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 11h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Compare prices and tickets Santorini (Island) to Rhodes by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Santorini (Island) to Rhodes ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 Santorini (Island) to Rhodes.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 133 nautical miles (247 km) distance in 11h 40m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.

Distance 133 nautical miles (247 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 11h 40m |
First ferry 1:50 AM |
Last ferry 11:50 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Santorini (Island) to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes 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 Rhodes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Santorini (Island) to Rhodes
Most Santorini (Island) to Rhodes ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Port of Rhodes port pair. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Rhodes ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Rhodes leave from?
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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