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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini to Athens

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$114

Fastest journey

5 h 25 m

Average duration

5 h 39 m

Ferries per day

9

Distance

234 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santorini to Athens will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast ferries

Of the 9 ferries that leave Santorini for Athens on Tue, Jul 15, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 5 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.

Fast FerriesDIONISIOS SOLOMOS
09:00AM10h40
Athinios Port
07:40PMPort of Piraeus
$711One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR 1
06:45AM8h15
Athinios Port
03:00PMPort of Piraeus
$871One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR DELOS
03:30PM7h45
Athinios Port
11:15PMPort of Piraeus
$871One-way
0 transfers
Golden Star FerriesSUPEREXPRESS
02:15PM6h05
Athinios Port
08:20PMPort of Rafina
$1211One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star FerriesHIGHSPEED 4
10:15AM6h25
Athinios Port
04:40PMPort of Piraeus
$1311One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Santorini to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santorini to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. 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 €47, and a flight costs an average of €34.

Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)

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Flight

€56

Average price

Cheapest

€100

Average price

9h 43m

Average total duration

8h 43m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

Seajets

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Volotea

Most popular airline

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Santorini to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
04:20AM
Duration
9h20
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
5h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Golden Star Ferries
Departure Time
02:15PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
6h05
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
04:55PM
Duration
7h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Thu, Sat
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
11:15PM
Duration
7h45
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
6h25
Sailing Days
Tue, Fri, Sun
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
5h40
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
08:20AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
5h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
01:40PM
Duration
5h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
06:15PM
Duration
5h30
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
10h40
Sailing Days
Tue
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
04:35AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
5h55
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
06:45AM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
8h15
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
07:55PM
Duration
5h25
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
6h15
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
5h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
08:10PM
Duration
5h25
Sailing Days
Tue, Fri

Live departures

Santorini to Athens ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Monday, July 14
Last updated at 6:03 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
seajetsWORLDCHAMPION JET6:50 AM Athinios Port
5h40
12:30 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
blue_star_ferriesHIGHSPEED 36:55 AM Athinios Port
7h00
1:55 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
seajetsEUROCHAMPION JET10:15 AM Athinios Port
5h35
3:50 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
golden_star_ferriesSUPEREXPRESS11:15 AM Athinios Port
6h05
5:20 PM Port of Rafina0 transfersDirect
seajetsOLYMPIC CHAMPION JET11:30 AM Athinios Port
5h25
4:55 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR DELOS12:30 PM Athinios Port
7h45
8:15 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, July 15
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR 13:45 AM Athinios Port
8h15
12:00 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
seajetsCHAMPION JET 25:20 AM Athinios Port
5h30
10:50 AM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
fast_ferriesDIONISIOS SOLOMOS6:00 AM Athinios Port
10h40
4:40 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Santorini to Athens?

The best time to book your ferry from Santorini to Athens is 7 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Santorini to Athens route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Santorini to Athens per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Santorini to Athens.

Offers and deals from Santorini to Athens

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Santorini to Athens and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets, Golden Star Ferries

Up to 30% off
30% off with Seajets
SeaJets helps you explore Greek islands including: Sporades archipelago: 20% off your 2024 return tickets on superfast ferries from mainland Greece to Alonissos, Skopelos and Skiathos - as well as on many inter-island crossings. Book by 15th of June 2024. Discover Crete: Foot passengers can get 30% off on their 2024 return tickets between Athens (Piraeus) and Chania. Valid until further notice.
Up to 30% off
30% off return with Golden Star Ferries
Golden Star Ferries runs regular crossings between Rafina on the mainland and the Cyclades along with inter-island crossings. Get 30% off the return trip when booking a same-day return trip to any of Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Andros, Tinos or Ios. Let the island hopping commence!

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Santorini to Athens

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Ferries from Santorini to Athens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $43 (€34) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $43 (€34)
Official Omio partners on this route
Seajets
Blue Star Ferries
Zante Ferries
Aegeon Pelagos
Fast Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Golden Star Ferries
Saos Ferries
Aegean Sea Lines
Distance
126 nautical miles (234 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
$58 (€47)
Ferries per day
6
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
31
Fastest ferry
5h 35m
First ferry
00:01
Last ferry
23:25
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $43 (€34)

Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Zante Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens

You can travel by ferry to Athens from Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Zante Ferries for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.

Ferry information from Santorini (Island) to Athens with Seajets:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $190
  • Seajets frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Santorini to Athens

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Popular ports from Santorini to Athens

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Athens
The major port for departures in Santorini is Thira Santorini Port. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thira Santorini Port for your trip from Santorini to Athens.
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Firon-Ormou Perissis, Exit Athinios Port
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
  • To Psaraki (0.8km)
  • The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Thira Santorini Port
  • Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
The major port for arrivals in Athens is Lavrio. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lavrio for your trip to Athens from Santorini.
LavrioWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Lavriou, Exit 2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
  • To Perivoli (0.5km)
  • Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Lavrio
  • Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Via Marathonos Avenue, Exit Rafina
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
  • Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
  • To Limeni (0.5km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Rafina
  • Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop

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