The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
59RM
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
84RM
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
5 h 49 m
Ferries on 28 Sept
6
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Athens will cost around 84RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 59RM.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 6 ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, 28 Sept the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 6 h 10 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.
BLUE STAR DELOS3:30 PM7h50Athinios Port11:20 PMPort of Piraeus59 RM1One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR CHIOS3:50 AM6h10Athinios Port10:00 AMPort of Piraeus59 RM1One-way0 changes
CHAMPION JET 18:10 AM5h40Athinios Port1:50 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET 21:15 PM5h30Athinios Port6:45 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
SUPER JET3:05 PM5h45Athinios Port8:50 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET 21:15 PM5h30Athinios Port6:45 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
CHAMPION JET 18:10 AM5h40Athinios Port1:50 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
SUPER JET3:05 PM5h45Athinios Port8:50 PMPort of Piraeus90 RM1One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:50 AM6h00Athinios Port3:50 PMPort of Piraeus118 RM1One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR CHIOS3:50 AM6h10Athinios Port10:00 AMPort of Piraeus59 RM1One-way0 changes
Santorini (Island) to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 11h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 12h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR CHIOS | 3:50 AM Athinios Port | 6h10 | 10:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
CHAMPION JET 1 | 8:10 AM Athinios Port | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 9:50 AM Athinios Port | 6h00 | 3:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET 2 | 1:15 PM Athinios Port | 5h30 | 6:45 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
SUPER JET | 3:05 PM Athinios Port | 5h45 | 8:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR DELOS | 3:30 PM Athinios Port | 7h50 | 11:20 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Athens
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 47RM but you can travel from only 17RM by flight.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 126 nautical miles (234 km) distance in 4h 0m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens are available to foot passengers.




Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price 47RM |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 4h 0m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Santorini (Island) to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Athens with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as 17RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Santorini (Island) to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Santorini (Island) and Athens
Most Santorini (Island) to Athens ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Port of Piraeus port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Rafina. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Athens leave from?
Getting to Thira Santorini Port from Santorini city centre
Thira Santorini Port is 3 km from Santorini city centre. Public transport options include:
Thira Santorini Port port facilities and services
Thira Santorini Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Roka Kafeneio (0.6km), To Psaraki (0.8km), The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thira Santorini Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thira Santorini Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thira Santorini Port.
Which Athens port do ferries from Santorini (Island) arrive at?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Port of Rafina from Athens city centre
Port of Rafina port facilities and services
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
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