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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Chania 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 Chania will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Chania on Sat, Nov 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest ferries will take 4 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.
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Santorini (Island) to Chania
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Chania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €198 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santorini (Island) to Chania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Chania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Chania ferries for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 9:50 PM Athinios Port | 4h30 | 2:20 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Chania
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Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania are available to foot passengers.
Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Anek - Superfast from Santorini (Island) to ChaniaYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Chania with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Anek - Superfast for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Blue Star Ferries
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Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Chania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Chania 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 Chania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Santorini (Island) to Chania
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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