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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Ferries per day
8
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Santorini (Island) will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £43.
Of the 8 ferries that leave Athens for Santorini (Island) every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 08 Jul the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
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.
DIONISIOS SOLOMOS7:0011h15Port of Piraeus18:15Athinios Port£431One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR 17:257h25Port of Piraeus14:50Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes- BLUE STAR DELOS17:309h15Port of Piraeus2:45Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes
GOLDEN PRINCESS7:205h45Port of Rafina13:05Athinios Port£741One-way0 changes
CHAMPION JET 115:006h10Port of Piraeus21:10Athinios Port£801One-way0 changes
- EUROCHAMPION JET 27:005h00Port of Piraeus12:00Athinios Port£801One-way0 changes
- OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET9:005h10Port of Piraeus14:10Athinios Port£801One-way0 changes
- WORLDCHAMPION JET9:305h35Port of Piraeus15:05Athinios Port£801One-way0 changes
- GOLDEN PRINCESS7:205h45Port of Rafina13:05Athinios Port£741One-way0 changes
- CHAMPION JET 115:006h10Port of Piraeus21:10Athinios Port£801One-way0 changes
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 £43. 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 £43, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £91 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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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 09:00 | Arrival Time 14:10 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:10 | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 11h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Golden Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 13:05 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival Time 14:50 | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 03:15 | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 00:45 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Athens to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR DELOS | 17:30 Port of Piraeus | 10h15 | 3:45 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 8 July | |||||
| DIONISIOS SOLOMOS | 7:00 Port of Piraeus | 11h15 | 18:15 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| EUROCHAMPION JET 2 | 7:00 Port of Piraeus | 5h00 | 12:00 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| GOLDEN PRINCESS | 7:20 Port of Rafina | 5h45 | 13:05 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR 1 | 7:25 Port of Piraeus | 7h25 | 14:50 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET | 9:00 Port of Piraeus | 5h10 | 14:10 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| WORLDCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 5h35 | 15:05 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| CHAMPION JET 1 | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 6h10 | 21:10 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 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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- 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).
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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 6 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £15 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 £43 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 5h 35m |
First ferry 0:01 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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 £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
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FAQs: Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries
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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and 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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