Athens to Santorini Ferries
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How to get from Athens to Santorini by ferry ?
Looking for the perfect Athens to Santorini ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Athens to Santorini is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.
We know that planning a ferry trip from Athens to Santorini can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Athens to Santorini ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.
With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Aegean Speed Lines, Blue Star Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, ANEK Lines or Hellenic Seaways. This way you can find the best price for a Athens Santorini ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.
Most Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets or Minoan Lines ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.
To find the best deals on ferries from Athens to Santorini simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.
Athens to Santorini Ferry Information
Ferry Athens Santorini: Price, Timetable and Duration
To travel by ferry from Athens to Santorini, you'll find tickets ranging from $41 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $325 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Athens-Santorini route is $161. The average ferry crossing time from Athens to Santorini is 6 hrs. 53 min. The slowest ferries will take 13 hrs. 5 min to reach Santorini, while the fastest boats will reach Santorini in 4 hrs. 40 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Athens at 06:45. The last ferry to Santorini leaves Athens at 22:30.
Why take a ferry from Athens to Santorini ?
Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Athens to Santorini ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Santorini. Here are 3 reasons why we think Athens to Santorini ferry is an ideal way to travel.
Which companies operate between Athens and Santorini?
If you're looking to travel between Athens and Santorini by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets or Minoan Lines who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.
Where do the ferries leave from in Athens? Where do the boats arrive in Santorini?
Port of departure in Athens
Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets or Minoan Lines ferries depart for Santorini from the following ports in Athens:
Port of arrival in Santorini
Zante Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Sea Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets ships arrive in Santorini from the following ports:
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
If you take a ferry from Athens to Santorini, it will take you at least 4 hrs. 40 min to cover the 146 mi between Athens and Santorini.
This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Athens and Santorini in winter) and the ferry company (Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets and Minoan Lines). There are currently 8 crossings a day between Athens and Santorini.
There are 10 ferry companies operating between Athens and Santorini: Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets and Minoan Lines.
Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Aegean Speed Lines, Blue Star Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, ANEK Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Small Cyclades Lines.
Before booking, compare the prices of Aegean Speed Lines, Blue Star Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, ANEK Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Small Cyclades Lines on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.
If you want to change or cancel your Athens Santorini ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.
During your crossing between Athens and Santorini, you will travel 146 mi.
To go by boat from Athens to Santorini, you can find prices ranging from $41 for the lowest, to $325 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $161.
The first ferry leaves Athens at 06:45 for Santorini.
The last ferry to Santorini from Athens usually departs at 22:30.
What is the Athens to Santorini ferry crossing like ?
It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Athens to Santorini crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transportation. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Athens to disembarkation in Santorini, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Aegean Speed Lines, Blue Star Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Sea Jets, ANEK Lines and Hellenic Seaways. You will also find practical information about Athens and Santorini.
Ready for boarding in Athens
Here are the steps to embark before your Athens Santorini sea voyage begins:
- Presentation at the port of Athens / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets or Minoan Lines company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Athens ferry terminal. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
- Checking in for the Athens Santorini crossing / Go to the Zante Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Sea Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets counter at the Athens ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your reservation number. If you are by car, the check-in is done in the vehicle queue.
- Boarding the ferry to Santorini / Pay attention to the voice messages in the Athens ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are traveling by car, Zante Ferries, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Sea Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.
On board the ship between Athens and Santorini
During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets or Minoan Lines ship as they see fit. Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.
The arrival of the ferry in Santorini
You will finally find some information for the arrival of the boat in Santorini:
- Approaching Santorini harbor / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is docked. There is no need to rush. To wait, we advise you to admire the entry into Santorini harbor from the outside decks.
- Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Santorini Harbor.
- Leaving the ship and discovering Santorini / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at the port of Santorini can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Santorini begins in earnest!
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