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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)

Depending on the season their are usually 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings between Athens (Piraeus) and Santorini (Thira). 3 ferry operators provide the ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira), Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferries take around 6 hours 38 minutes. The ferry costs between $171.53 and $992.34, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira).

What's the ferry schedule from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

The earliest Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferry typically departs Athens (Piraeus) at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) sail in around 6 hours 38 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 5 hours. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 27 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) provided by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 10 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 20 sailings weekly. Cyclades Fast Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost fromAthens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

The price of a ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) typically range between $171.53* and $992.34*. On average the Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferry is $348.73*. The cheapest Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferry prices start from $171.53*. The average price for a foot passenger is $345.83*. The average price for a car is $1,090.53*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 February 2025.

What is the distance from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

The distance between Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) is approximately 158 miles (254km) or 137 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) with a car?

Yes, Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Santorini (Thira). To view car ferry tickets and prices between Athens (Piraeus) and Santorini (Thira) use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries allow foot passengers on Athens (Piraeus) Santorini (Thira) ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?

Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets allow pets on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira). Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) Ferry Alternatives

- Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira)

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Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.

Santorini (Thira) Guide

The Greek island of Santorini is one of the Cyclades group of islands that lies in the south Aegean Sea. The island has very much been shaped by its volcanic past which has created a rather unusual landscape in places. A popular site on the island is the water filled 'Caldera' crater and is surrounded by a wall of colourful cliffs which are packed full of charming houses. The island is also known for its lovely beaches, its busy port, its archaeological finds and the wonderful sunsets which are best viewed from the village of Oia, on the island's northernmost tip.

The island's beaches are distinctive in that they are mainly made up of dark volcanic sands, which can get very hot during the summer, and therefore a sun lounger or towel are an essential piece of kit. The best beaches tend to be located around the eastern coastline and always popular is the stretch found at Perissa. However, a little to the south is Perivolos Beach which is also lovely as is Red Beach which is close to ancient Akrotiri, where the red cliffs are hard to miss.

Piraeus to Thira Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/02/2025 and 23/02/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries	07:25	15:10	7 hours 45 minutes	Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries	07:25	15:30	8 hours 5 minutes	Mon, Wed, Fri
Cyclades Fast Ferries	14:45	01:55	11 hours 10 minutes	Thu
Cyclades Fast Ferries	15:15	01:25	10 hours 10 minutes	Sat