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Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

There are around 1 daily and 8 weekly sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus). 3 operators sail this route Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferries cost between $128.27 and $514.86, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferries.

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

The earliest Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferry sailings typically depart Santorini (Thira) at around 03:00. The last ferry usually departs at 16:00.

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

The average duration of a Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferry is around 5h 42m. The fastest sailings are approximately 5h 0m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 1 daily sailings and up to 8 weekly ferry sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus). These sailings are provided by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

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

Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between $128.27* and $514.86*. The average price is typically $256.33*. The cheapest Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices start from $81.29*. The average price for a foot passenger is $251.26*. The average price for a car is $383.21*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

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

The distance between Santorini (Thira) and Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 157.8 miles (253.9km) or 137.1 nautical miles.

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

Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries allow cars to travel on Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing for car ferries between Santorini (Thira) and Athens (Piraeus).

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus)?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Santorini (Thira) and Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

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

Pets are welcome on board Santorini (Thira) Athens (Piraeus) ferries with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Alternatives

- Santorini (Thira) to Athens (Rafina)

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Cyclades Islands to Athens page.

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Santorini (Thira) - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country	Greece
Destination Country	Greece
No. of Operators	3
Operators	Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries
Average Price	A$257*
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	8
Average Sailing Duration	5h 42m
Fastest Sailing Duration	5h 0m
First Ferry	03:00
Last Ferry	16:00
Distance	137 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Thira to Piraeus is approximately 7h 25m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

The average price of a ferry from Thira to Piraeus is approximately 209 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Thira to Piraeus?

Thira to Piraeus is operated by 4 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Thira to Piraeus?

Ferries from Thira to Piraeus are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Thira to Piraeus with

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Thira to Piraeus with

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Thira to Piraeus?

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Thira to Piraeus. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Zante Ferries

How far is Piraeus from Thira?

The distance between Thira to Piraeus is approximately 137 nautical miles.

Santorini (Thira) Guide

Located in the southern Aegean Sea is the Greek island of Santorini and lies around 200 km to the south east of the Greek mainland. It forms part of the Cycladic group of islands and is the only location in Europe to have a hot desert climate. A popular pastime for visitors to Santorini is to take a cruise to the island's three islets, which were created in ancient times during a volcanic eruption. The islets are called Nea Kammeni, Palea Kammeni and Thirassia and provide an excellent vantage point for visitors to see the volcano, being located to the west of the island. The island's capital is Fira and is full of typical Cycladic houses with whitewashed walls, blue domed churches and stepped streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.

The island of Santorini has two ports. The main port is Athinios, where all the ferry and commercial boats arrive. There is also the Old Port which is mostly used for cruise ships. From the main port, ferries can be taken to Piraeus, Rafina and to the other islands in the Cyclades. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate on these routes.

Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.

Thira to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 16/12/2024 and 22/12/2024

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries	03:00	09:15	6 hours 15 minutes	Thu
Blue Star Ferries	04:35	10:30	5 hours 55 minutes	Tue
Blue Star Ferries	08:00	13:35	5 hours 35 minutes	Sat
Cyclades Fast Ferries	08:30	20:00	11 hours 30 minutes	Fri
Blue Star Ferries	11:45	17:30	5 hours 45 minutes	Mon
Blue Star Ferries	15:30	23:20	7 hours 50 minutes	Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries	15:45	23:20	7 hours 35 minutes	Mon, Wed, Fri