Kythnos
Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
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Kythnos Santorini (Thira) Ferry

The Kythnos Santorini (Thira) ferry route connects Cyclades Islands with Cyclades Islands. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Zante Ferries. The crossing operates up to 1 times each week with sailing durations from around 9 hours 50 minutes.

Kythnos Santorini (Thira) sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Kythnos - Santorini (Thira) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators SeaJets & Zante Ferries
Average Price $66*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 9h 42m
Fastest Sailing Duration 9h 10m
First Ferry 10:00
Last Ferry 18:10
Distance 82 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change pricing is taken from last 30 days last updated 2023-06-22.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Kythnos to Thira?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Kythnos to Thira is approximately 9h 50m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Kythnos to Thira?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Kythnos to Thira and this is
    • Zante Ferries
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Kythnos to Thira?

    Ferries from Kythnos to Thira are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kythnos to Thira?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Kythnos to Thira with
    • Zante Ferries
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Kythnos to Thira?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Kythnos to Thira with the following operators
    • Zante Ferries
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Kythnos to Thira?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Zante Ferries

Kythnos Guide

Located in the western Cyclades group of islands, the Greek island of Kythnos lies between the islands of Kea and Serifos and is around 100 km from the port of Piraeus. The small island, with a land area of around 100 sq. km and a coastline of 100 km, has about 100 beaches although many of them are inaccessible by road. The main villages on the island are called Messaria or Kythnos (known as Chora to the locals) and Dryopis or Dryopida (known as Chorio to the locals). Both villages are characterised by steep, winding streets, often stepped, which are often too narrow for cars. The architectural styles of both villages are slightly different from each. Both are pretty but Chora's houses are mainly flat-roofed, typical of the Cyclades, while Chorio's houses tend to have sloping roofs. An interesting attraction in Chora is its large Greek Orthodox Church.

The island can be reached by ferry from Piraeus and Lavrio. The crossing from Piraeus takes around 3 hours by conventional ferry and 1 hour by high speed ferry. The crossing from Lavrio takes roughly 2 hours. Kythnos is also connected by ferry to the islands of Serifos, Sifnos, Milos, Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Kea.


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.


Kythnos to Thira Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/25/2024 and 3/31/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zante Ferries 17:30 03:05 9 hours 35 minutes Thu
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