The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Faros
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 18 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Faros 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 Faros will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Faros on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 25 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.
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DIONISIOS SOLOMOSTravel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santorini (Island) to Faros
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Faros among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €129 Average price |
9h 53m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santorini (Island) to Faros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Faros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Faros ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Santorini (Island) | 9h30 | 2:00 AM Faros | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
DIONISIOS SOLOMOS | 7:00 AM Athinios Port | 11h25 | 6:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET | 12:10 PM Athinios Port | 5h55 | 6:05 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR DELOS | 1:45 PM Athinios Port | 7h35 | 9:20 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Faros
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Faros run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 53m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:15. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 5h 35m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Faros are available to foot passengers.

Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 5h 35m |
First ferry 00:01 |
Last ferry 23:15 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Santorini (Island) to FarosYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Faros with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $59 (€48). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Faros
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Faros 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 Faros, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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