The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£90
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
1
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £90.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno, including 1 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 145 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h40Athinios Port17:25Heraklion Port£901One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h40Athinios Port17:25Heraklion Port£901One-way0 changes
Santorini (Island) to Rethymno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:10 | Arrival Time 01:25 | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 18:25 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:50 | Arrival Time 04:20 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Rethymno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Rethymno ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 15:45 Athinios Port | 1h40 | 17:25 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 78 nautical miles (145 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno are available to foot passengers.



Distance 78 nautical miles (145 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Santorini (Island) to RethymnoYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Rethymno with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Santorini (Island) to Rethymno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Rethymno 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 Rethymno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Santorini (Island) and Rethymno
Most Santorini (Island) to Rethymno ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Rethymno ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Rethymno 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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