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Naval Maritime Museum
Small maritime museum in a former captain’s house, presenting ship models, nautical instruments, and Oia’s seafaring history.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Oia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Oia will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £52.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 4 ferries from Athens to Oia, including 4 direct services.
On Sun 01 Nov the direct ferries cover the 224 km distance in an average of 6 h 59 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h 5 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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Ferries from Athens to Oia run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 120 nautical miles (224 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Oia are available to foot passengers.




Distance 120 nautical miles (224 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 1:05 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Athens to Oia.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival time 10:15 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival time 04:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:25 | Arrival time 13:30 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:25 | Arrival time 12:30 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days tue, thu, sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival time 21:45 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days mon, wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival time 15:10 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 11:45 | Arrival time 21:35 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival time 23:40 | Duration 10h55 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival time 04:25 | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:01 | Arrival time 20:10 | Duration 6h09 | Sailing Days mon, wed, fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival time 19:25 | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival time 06:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 05:15 | Arrival time 15:40 | Duration 10h25 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival time 00:10 | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 22:01 | Arrival time 08:30 | Duration 10h29 | Sailing Days mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival time 21:10 | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days mon, wed, fri, sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:01 | Arrival time 21:10 | Duration 6h09 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival time 15:10 | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival time 13:15 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days sat |
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Oia ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 Athens | 8h05 | 12:30 Oia | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:40 Athens | 5h35 | 10:15 Oia | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:25 Athens | 8h05 | 13:30 Oia | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Athens | 6h10 | 21:10 Oia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Oia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oia trip today.
Small maritime museum in a former captain’s house, presenting ship models, nautical instruments, and Oia’s seafaring history.
Contemporary gallery showing Greek and international artists in a restored cave-house setting with a focus on modern island culture.
Long-running art gallery on Oia’s main pedestrian route, featuring paintings and sculpture inspired by Santorini landscapes and light.
Oia’s main marble-paved pedestrian route, lined with cave houses, boutiques, churches, and classic caldera viewpoints.
Small harbour below Oia reached by steps, known for fishing boats, swimming spots, and dramatic cliffs beneath the village.
Caldera viewpoint near the castle ruins, popular for wide sea views, whitewashed architecture, and Oia’s famous evening light.
Tomatokeftedes are Santorini tomato fritters made with the island’s sweet cherry tomatoes, herbs and onion; a classic meze shaped by the volcanic soil.
Fava Santorinis is a silky purée of local yellow split peas, usually served with onion and olive oil; one of the island’s most emblematic traditional dishes.
White aubergine from Santorini is prized for its mild, sweet flesh and low seeds, often baked or fried; it is a signature local agricultural product.
Traditional taverna known for Greek home-style dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed atmosphere away from the busiest caldera edge.
Refined Greek dining with Santorini produce and caldera views in an elegant cave-style setting suited to a special meal.
Well-known seafood restaurant below Oia, popular for fresh fish, lobster pasta and sunset-facing tables by Ammoudi Bay.
Very popular and scenic, Oia is pricier than many Greek islands for hotels, dining and sunset-view venues. Local buses are affordable, but overall visitor costs are high.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is common for cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Oia 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 Oia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Athens to Oia ferries use the Port of Piraeus to port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Oia ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
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