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Athens (Piraeus) → Santorini (Thira)

The crown jewel of Greek island hopping. Travel from Athens across the Cycladic blue waters directly into the volcanic submerged caldera of Santorini below Fira’s cliffs.

⏱ 4h 45m – 7h 45m🚢 2 operators📅 Up to 8 sailings daily in high season🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) takes 4h 45m – 7h 45m across the Aegean Sea, operated by Blue Star Ferries and SeaJets. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: up to 8 sailings daily in high season.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-02.

Sources: bluestarferries.com · How we verify

Return crossing: Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus)

Blue Star Ferries and SeaJets also sail Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus), taking 4h 45m – 7h 45m.

Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Daily Blue Star Ferries routes from Piraeus to Santorini; the journey takes from 6 hours 6 minutes. Ferries leave from gates E6 and E7.

Blue Star publishes exact departure times when booking; high-speed operators also sail in season.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: Blue Star Ferries Santorini destination page. Verified 2026-10-02.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Athens (Piraeus) and Santorini (Thira)

📐 128 Nautical Miles
Athens (Piraeus)⇄Santorini (Thira)
⏱ 4h 45m – 7h 45m · 📐 128 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Blue Star FerriesFrom 6h 06mBlue Star Delos, Blue Star Patmos
SeaJets4h 45mWorldChampion Jet, Champion Jet 1

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

128 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Piraeus Metro Line 1 & Line 3 directly connect the ferry quays to Monastiraki and Athens International Airport
  • Athinios Port has scheduled KTEL buses climbing the caldera cliffs to Fira, Oia, and Kamari

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the fastcat or conventional ferry better to Santorini?
Fastcat (SeaJets) takes 4.5 hours but can be bumpy in summer Meltemi winds. Conventional ferries (Blue Star) take 7.5 hours with open sun decks and smooth sailing.
How long is the Blue Star ferry from Piraeus to Santorini?
Blue Star Ferries says the journey takes from 6 hours 6 minutes, with daily routes to and from Santorini (October 2026).
Which gate in Piraeus do Santorini ferries leave from?
Blue Star Ferries says its ferries to Santorini depart from gates E6 and E7 in the port of Piraeus.
How often does the Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) ferry sail?
Daily Blue Star Ferries routes from Piraeus to Santorini; the journey takes from 6 hours 6 minutes. Ferries leave from gates E6 and E7. Blue Star publishes exact departure times when booking; high-speed operators also sail in season. This is the pattern published in the Blue Star Ferries Santorini destination page (checked 2026-10-02); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira)?
Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets operate this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Athens (Piraeus) to Santorini (Thira) ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
How far is Athens (Piraeus) from Santorini (Thira) by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 128 nautical miles (roughly 237 km).