The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Ermoupoli on Mon, Jan 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct ferries cover the 125 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest ferries will take 4 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.




Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli ferries for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:35 PM Santorini (Island) | 2h50 | 3:25 PM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 18 | |||||
![]() | 9:50 AM Santorini (Island) | 4h00 | 1:50 PM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli by ferry
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Offers and deals from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $125 (€101) if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 67 nautical miles (125 km) distance in 2h 50m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli are available to foot passengers.


Distance 67 nautical miles (125 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€101) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 2h 50m |
First ferry 01:25 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli start from as low as $125 (€101) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $130 (€106) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 50m but the average duration is 2h 40m
Train Operators
- Travel from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli with Seajets and Fast Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Seajets.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Athinios Port and arrive in Port of Syros
- First train typically departs at 01:25 AM and the last at 09:30 PM
Ferry operators: Seajets, Fast Ferries from Santorini (Island) to ErmoupoliYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli with Seajets, Fast Ferries for as low as $125 (€101). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli 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 Ermoupoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Athinios Port, which is located around 4.5 miles (7.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Syros, located 0.1 miles (234 m) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Santorini (Island) to Ermoupoli
- 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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