The Santorini to Athens ferry duration is on average 7 h 50 min , which is to be expected when traveling 145 mile (234 km) to Athens from Santorini. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

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The cheapest ferries from Santorini to Athens

Showing times and prices for Mar 31

Cheapest

€42

Average

€51

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.

Cheapest

11:00AMSantorini9h50 08:50PMAthens

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€421One-way

2nd Cheapest

03:30PMSantorini7h50 11:20PMAthens

0 transfers

€611One-way

Ferry schedule from Santorini to Athens

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11:00AMSantorini9h50 08:50PMAthens

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Fastest ferry times from Santorini to Athens

Showing times and prices for Mar 31

Fastest Journey

7 h 50 m

Average

8 h 50 m

Ferries per day

Distance

234 km

Of the 2 ferries that leave Santorini for Athens every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

03:30PMSantorini7h50 11:20PMAthens

0 transfers

€611One-way

2nd Fastest

11:00AMSantorini9h50 08:50PMAthens

0 transfers

€421One-way

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Overview: Ferry from Santorini to Athens

	Distance	145 miles (234 km)
	Average ferry duration	7 h 50 min
	Average ferry ticket price	$52 (€45)
	Direct ferry	Yes
	Ferry operators	Seajets, Anek Superfast, Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Bluestar Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Zante Ferries, Seajets or Golden Star Ferries

Ferries from Santorini to Athens cover the 145 miles (234 km) long journey taking on average 7 h 50 min with our travel partners like Seajets, Anek Superfast, Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Bluestar Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Zante Ferries, Seajets or Golden Star Ferries. There are direct ferry services available. You can get the cheapest ferry tickets for this trip for as low as $46 (€40), but the average price of ferry tickets is $52 (€45).

Ferry operators: Seajets, Golden Star Ferries and Blue Star Ferries from Santorini to Athens

Buy your official Seajets, Golden Star Ferries and Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets to Athens from Santorini from $46 (€40) with Omio. Find ferry times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Blue Star Ferries

Seajets

Golden Star Ferries

Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.

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.

Golden Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates routes in the Aegean Sea. They offer services between the Greek mainland and several of the Greek islands, including the Cyclades, the Dodecanese and the Northeastern Aegean islands. Their ships are equipped with amenities such as seating areas, restaurants, and shops. Golden Star Ferries is considered one of the main ferry companies in Greece, with a good reputation for their reliable and efficient services.

Travel Tips: Travel from Santorini to Athens

Travel Tips: Travel to Athens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santorini to Athens.

Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest ferry to Athens from Santorini for the next 7 days starting from $46 (€40) one way.

In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $52 (€45) for a ferry ticket from Santorini to Athens.

The Santorini to Athens ferry distance is approximately 145 miles (234 km).

The Santorini to Athens ferry duration is on average 7 h 50 min, which is to be expected when traveling 145 mile (234 km) to Athens from Santorini. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.

When taking a ferry from Santorini to Athens, you can count on Seajets, Anek Superfast, Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Bluestar Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Zante Ferries, Seajets or Golden Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Athens. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service from Santorini to Athens and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

Yes, you can search for direct ferries from Santorini to Athens on Omio with Blue Star Ferries, and you won’t need to transfer at another stop in between. Direct ferry services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when traveling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you buy your ferry ticket.

You can take the earliest ferry from Santorini to Athens at 4: 45 AM or take the last ferry from Santorini to Athens leaving at 8: 30 PM. Look for the latest Santorini to Athens ferry schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the ferry for this route.

In general, we recommend booking tickets for ferries in advance to score the best deals from all possible ferry operators offering this trip and save money. If you buy ferry tickets to Athens from Santorini within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $52 (€45) one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your ferry ticket from Santorini to Athens a few months in advance.

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