Athens (Rafina) – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Athens (Rafina) – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Rafina to Santorini ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking during the high season. The ferry crossing from Rafina to Santorini takes approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Rafina to Santorini ferry duration can range between 6 hours 10 minutes and 6 hours 20 minutes depending on weather conditions and the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 6 weekly sailings from Rafina to Santorini. SeaJets provide up to 6 weekly sailings and Golden Star Ferries provide up to 7 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Rafina at approximately 07:15 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 07:15. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Rafina to Santorini is with SeaJets in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
Yes, you can book cabins on ferries that sail from Rafina to Santorini with SeaJets.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Rafina to Santorini with SeaJets. They can either stay in the car, in a kennel or in a pet-friendly cabin. These cabins can accommodate up to 2 pets with a combined weight of 30 kilograms. Please also ensure that your pet has been fully vaccinated before travelling and that you have proof of such with a medical certificate.
Passengers travelling with SeaJets can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per person. Please contact SeaJets directly if you wish to transport larger items such as kayaks.
The price of a ferry from Rafina - Santorini can vary between $174 and $533 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $181, prices can range from $91 and $362. The average price with a car is $550. Car prices can range from $274 and $903. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability.
With 1 sailing per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there is an alternative ferry to Santorini if you require additional flexibility including the Piraeus to Santorini ferry.
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Athens (Rafina) ferries are operated by connecting Athens, Greece with 7 destinations. Athens (Rafina) Ferries sail around 18 times a day and up to 114 times a week.
There are several popular ferry routes from Rafina including the Athens to Mykonos ferry and the Athens to Naxos ferry.
Athens (Rafina) ferries sail to Tinos, Andros, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Ios, Santorini (Thira).
The price of a ferry from Athens (Rafina) starts at around $388.46. Athens (Rafina) ferries can range between $388.46 and $46.89 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Athens (Rafina) is on the Athens (Rafina) - Andros ferry in 1h 5m with SeaJets.
Car ferries do sail from Athens (Rafina) and are operated by Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Athens (Rafina) with SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Athens (Rafina) with Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Athens (Rafina). Operators that have cabins on ferries from Athens (Rafina) include Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
One of the most popular and well-known islands within the Cyclades, Santorini is the perfect place to visit, no matter what it is you are looking for. With its rugged landscape that was caused by a volcanic eruption over 2000 years ago, there are mountains and beaches galore here, with red and black sands, as well as stunning houses and buildings scattered across the island.
Santorini (Thira) ferries are operated by connecting Santorini with 30 destinations. Santorini (Thira) Ferries sail around 40 times a day and up to 202 times a week.
Santorini (Thira) ferries sail to Milos, Katapola (Amorgos), Serifos, Tinos, Syros, Rhodes, Chalki, Sifnos, Heraklion, Kimolos, Naxos, Paros, Ios, Koufonissi, Folegandros, Anafi, Athens (Piraeus), Kea, Agios Nikolaos, Mykonos, Athens (Rafina), Kasos, Sitia, Sikinos, Thirasia, Athens (Lavrio), Rethymno, Karpathos, Diafani, Kythnos.
The price of a ferry from Santorini (Thira) starts at around $404.79. Santorini (Thira) ferries can range between $404.79 and $35.35 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Santorini (Thira) is on the Santorini (Thira) - Thirasia ferry in 20m with SeaJets.
Car ferries do sail from Santorini (Thira) and are operated by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Santorini (Thira) with SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Small Cyclades Lines.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Santorini (Thira) with SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Zante Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Santorini (Thira). Operators that have cabins on ferries from Santorini (Thira) include Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Golden Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
There is only one ferry port on Santorini, but this is unfortunately a very small port, that can get incredibly busy, especially at peak times, so be sure to bear this in mind when looking to travel to Santorini. At the ferry port, there are basic amenities available, such as toilets and seating areas, as well as 2 small shops, and some coffee shops, and there is also plenty of access to the rest of the island from here, with buses running daily, as well as taxis.
