The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rhodes to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rhodes 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 Rhodes to Santorini (Island) will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Rhodes for Santorini (Island) on Thu, Nov 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct ferries cover the 247 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest ferries will take 11 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.




Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Rhodes to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rhodes to Santorini (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 133 nautical miles (247 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price |
17h 57m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Rhodes to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:01PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 14h29 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 11h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Rhodes to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rhodes to Santorini (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Rhodes | 11h40 | 7:40 AM Santorini (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 PM Rhodes | 11h40 | 11:40 PM Santorini (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rhodes to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Rhodes to Santorini (Island) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 133 nautical miles (247 km) distance in 11h 40m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Rhodes to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 133 nautical miles (247 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 11h 40m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Rhodes to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Rhodes to Santorini (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as $31 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Rhodes to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhodes 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Rhodes, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Athinios Port, located 4.5 miles (7.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Rhodes 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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