The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Ferries per day
4
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Athens will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Athens on Mon, Apr 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct ferries cover the 234 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 50 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.
SMYRNA DI LEVANTE3:15 AM7h25Athinios Port10:40 AMPort of Piraeus$811One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR DELOS3:30 PM7h50Athinios Port11:20 PMPort of Piraeus$811One-way0 transfers
SUPER JET1:00 PM5h35Athinios Port6:35 PMPort of Piraeus$1231One-way0 transfers
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:50 AM6h00Athinios Port3:50 PMPort of Piraeus$1231One-way0 transfers
SUPER JET1:00 PM5h35Athinios Port6:35 PMPort of Piraeus$1231One-way0 transfers
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:50 AM6h00Athinios Port3:50 PMPort of Piraeus$1231One-way0 transfers
SMYRNA DI LEVANTE3:15 AM7h25Athinios Port10:40 AMPort of Piraeus$811One-way0 transfers
BLUE STAR DELOS3:30 PM7h50Athinios Port11:20 PMPort of Piraeus$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santorini (Island) to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 126 nautical miles (234 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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$68 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price |
9h 44m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Santorini (Island) to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Everyday |
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 04:25AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Athens ferries for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EKATERINI P. | 6:00 AM Athinios Port | 10h40 | 4:40 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET | 6:50 AM Athinios Port | 6h00 | 12:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
EXPRESS JET | 10:00 AM Athinios Port | 5h35 | 3:35 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR DELOS | 12:45 PM Athinios Port | 7h35 | 8:20 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, April 6 | |||||
SMYRNA DI LEVANTE | 12:15 AM Athinios Port | 7h25 | 7:40 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Santorini (Island) to Athens ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Athens.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Seajets with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santorini (Island) to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santorini (Island) to Athens.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Athens
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by flight.
There are 6 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 5h 35m. There are 32 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Athens are available to foot passengers.








Distance 126 nautical miles (234 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 5h 35m |
First ferry 12:01 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Golden Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Saos Ferries from Santorini (Island) to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Athens with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Golden Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Saos Ferries for as low as $43 (€35). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Zante Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
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Saos Ferries
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FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Athens
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
Popular ports from Santorini (Island) to Athens
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
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