The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 25 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos to Santorini (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karpathos to Santorini (Island) will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Karpathos for Santorini (Island) on Tue, Feb 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct ferries cover the 186 km distance in an average of 9 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Karpathos to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Karpathos to Santorini (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 100 nautical miles (186 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Karpathos to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 PM Karpathos | 13h15 | 2:05 AM Santorini (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | ||
This is the last ferry of the day. | ||||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Karpathos to Santorini (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) 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 100 nautical miles (186 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 100 nautical miles (186 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karpathos to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Karpathos to Santorini (Island) with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $30 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Karpathos to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Karpathos to Santorini (Island)
- 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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