The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Ferries per day
5
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 $128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $73.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Athens for Santorini (Island) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 04 Apr the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 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 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.
EKATERINI P.7:15 PM8h40Port of Piraeus3:55 AMAthinios Port$731One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR NAXOS5:30 PM7h45Port of Piraeus1:15 AMAthinios Port$901One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET9:30 AM5h40Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port$1361One-way0 changes
EXPRESS JET7:40 AM5h35Port of Piraeus1:15 PMAthinios Port$1361One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR 17:25 AM7h45Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port$2041One-way0 changes
EXPRESS JET7:40 AM5h35Port of Piraeus1:15 PMAthinios Port$1361One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET9:30 AM5h40Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port$1361One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR NAXOS5:30 PM7h45Port of Piraeus1:15 AMAthinios Port$901One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR 17:25 AM7h45Port of Piraeus3:10 PMAthinios Port$2041One-way0 changes
EKATERINI P.7:15 PM8h40Port of Piraeus3:55 AMAthinios Port$731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry 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 $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. 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 $57, and a flight costs an average of $49.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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$71 Average Price Cheapest | $92 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 8h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Friday, 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKATERINI P. | 5:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 10h35 | 3:35 AM Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
SMYRNA DI LEVANTE | 8:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 7h25 | 3:25 AM Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 4 April | |||||
BLUE STAR 1 | 4:25 AM Port of Piraeus | 7h45 | 12:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
EXPRESS JET | 4:40 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h35 | 10:15 AM Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET | 6:30 AM Port of Piraeus | 5h40 | 12:10 PM Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Santorini (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Island).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Seajets with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Santorini (Island).
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Santorini (Island).
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $57 but you can travel from only $49 by flight.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 126 nautical miles (234 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 31 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.









Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 31 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 12:10 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Aegeon Pelagos, Anek - Superfast, Aegean Sea Lines from Athens to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Aegeon Pelagos, Anek - Superfast, Aegean Sea Lines for as low as $49. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Blue Star Ferries
Zante Ferries
Golden Star Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Anek - Superfast
Fast Ferries
Aegean Sea Lines
Aegeon Pelagos
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)
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
- To Psaraki (0.8km)
- The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
- Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
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