Get from Athens to Santorini
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Athens and Santorini?
Athens
- A
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece - B
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - C
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
Ferry Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Athens to Santorini by ferry
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the ferry ticket from Athens to Santorini?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Athens to Santorini start at $87. The average price for this ferry route is about $149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry ride from Athens to Santorini?
The average ferry travel time from Athens to Santorini is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 230 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 5h and is operated by SeaJets.
Which ferry companies serve the Athens to Santorini route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 2 ferries available per day, including services from SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Athens to Santorini?
The earliest ferry from Athens to Santorini departs at 7:00am. And the latest ferry departs at 3:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Athens to Santorini?
A ferry journey from Athens to Santorini produces an estimated 51.8 kg of CO₂.
Find the cheapest prices for ferries
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens to Santorini was searched and found on Jul 29, 2026 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Athens to Santorini, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between $81 and $247 for a ferry ticket from Athens to Santorini based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $139 on 2026-07-30.
