Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 10h50 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:35 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Fastest Journey
5 h 55 m
Average
6 h 53 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
234 km
Of the 2 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Athens every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance 234 km |
Average ferry duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries 2 |
Ferry providers 10 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 21:15 |
You can travel by ferry to Athens from Santorini (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets and Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £22. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Blue Star Ferries, a prominent Greek ferry operator founded in 1965, offers a range of modern vessels including the Blue Star Delos, Blue Star Paros, and Blue Star Naxos, each featuring Economy, Business, and VIP classes. These ferries are equipped with amenities such as comfortable lounges, restaurants, cafés, and shops, ensuring a pleasant journey. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including standard seats, private cabins, and vehicle transport options. Blue Star Ferries is renowned for its top routes, connecting Athens (Piraeus) to popular destinations like Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes, making it a preferred choice for travellers exploring the stunning Greek islands.
Santorini (Island) to Athens ferry information with Blue Star Ferries:
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Athinios Port, which is located around 4.5 miles (7.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
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