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Ferry from Santorini to Athens

The Santorini to Athens ferry route is provided by 3 operators and runs all year round. The ferry crossing from Santorini to Athens is approximately 5 hours and 42 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Santorini to Athens ferry duration can range between 5 hours and 7 hours depending on the operator you are sailing with.

Santorini to Athens Ferry Schedule

There are around 8 weekly sailings from Santorini to Athens. Blue Star Ferries offer 14 weekly sailings, SeaJets offer 14 weekly sailings and Zante Ferries offer 2 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Santorini to Athens Ferry Time

The first ferry departs Thira Port around 03:00 and the last ferry departs at around 16:00. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.

High Speed Ferry Santorini to Athens

The fastest ferry from Santorini to Athens is with SeaJets in 5 hours depending on weather conditions.

What is the price of a fast ferry from Santorini to Athens?

The fastest ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) usually cost around $171.

Is there an overnight ferry from Santorini to Athens?

Yes, there are overnight ferries from Santorini to Athens. The first overnight sailing departs at 03:00 and arrives in Athens at 09:15.

Can I reserve a cabin on the Santorini ferry to Athens?

Yes, you can book cabins on the Santorini to Athens ferry with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries.

Can I bring pets on the Santorini Athens ferry?

Yes, pets are allowed on the ferry from Santorini to Athens with SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries and Zante Ferries. SeaJets provide pet friendly cabins onboard which accommodate up to 2 pets weighing a maximum combined weight of 30kg. Those travelling with Blue Star Ferries will be charged a fee for taking a pet onboard which changes depending on the size of your pet: $11 for small pets and $22 for large pets.

Can I take my car on the ferry to Athens from Santorini?

Yes, cars are allowed on ferries from Santorini to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries.

Can I travel as a foot passenger on the Santorini Athens ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can board the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Santorini to Athens Ferry Price

Ferry price from Santorini to Athens can range between $97 and $396 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $190, prices can range between $97 and $390. The average price with a car is $429. Car prices can range between $250 and $809. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can vary from season to season.

Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.

Cheap Ferry Santorini Athens

Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is recommended to book in advance for the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Athens.

How to get from Santorini to Athens

The best way to travel from Santorini to Athens is by ferry. With 1 sailing departing per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative ferries from Santorini to Athens if you require additional flexibility including the Santorini to Rafina ferry.

Can I travel in first class on the Santorini to Piraeus ferry?

First class is available on ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries.

Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Alternatives

- Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Rafina)

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Cyclades Islands to Athens page.

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Santorini (Thira) - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country	Greece
Destination Country	Greece
No. of Operators	3
Operators	Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries
Average Price	$171*
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	8
Average Sailing Duration	5h 42m
Fastest Sailing Duration	5h 0m
First Ferry	03:00
Last Ferry	16:00
Distance	137 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Thira to Piraeus is approximately 7h 25m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

The average price of a ferry from Thira to Piraeus is approximately $227. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Thira to Piraeus can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Thira to Piraeus?

There are currently 4 popular ferry operators travelling from Thira to Piraeus. The following operators that provide this service are

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Thira to Piraeus?

Ferries from Thira to Piraeus are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Thira to Piraeus with

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Thira to Piraeus with the following operators

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries

How far is Piraeus from Thira?

Thira to Piraeus is approximately 137 nautical miles distance apart.

Santorini (Thira) Guide

Located in the southern Aegean Sea is the Greek island of Santorini and lies around 200 km to the south east of the Greek mainland. It forms part of the Cycladic group of islands and is the only location in Europe to have a hot desert climate. A popular pastime for visitors to Santorini is to take a cruise to the island's three islets, which were created in ancient times during a volcanic eruption. The islets are called Nea Kammeni, Palea Kammeni and Thirassia and provide an excellent vantage point for visitors to see the volcano, being located to the west of the island. The island's capital is Fira and is full of typical Cycladic houses with whitewashed walls, blue domed churches and stepped streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.

The island of Santorini has two ports. The main port is Athinios, where all the ferry and commercial boats arrive. There is also the Old Port which is mostly used for cruise ships. From the main port, ferries can be taken to Piraeus, Rafina and to the other islands in the Cyclades. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate on these routes.

Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.

Thira to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 12/16/2024 and 12/22/2024

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries	03:00	09:15	6 hours 15 minutes	Thu
Blue Star Ferries	04:35	10:30	5 hours 55 minutes	Tue
Blue Star Ferries	08:00	13:35	5 hours 35 minutes	Sat
Cyclades Fast Ferries	08:30	20:00	11 hours 30 minutes	Fri
Blue Star Ferries	11:45	17:30	5 hours 45 minutes	Mon
Blue Star Ferries	15:30	23:20	7 hours 50 minutes	Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries	15:45	23:20	7 hours 35 minutes	Mon, Wed, Fri