Folegandros to Santorini Ferry
🚢 Folegandros → Santorini — this week
12 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day (1 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 12:50
Folegandros to Santorini Ferry
Folegandros to Santorini -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 45 minutes to 3 hours.
- Operators: SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Maistros Santorini, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €7 – €80 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
- Santorini tours: Best Santorini tours on Viator
The Folegandros to Santorini ferry is one of the most rewarding crossings in the Cyclades, linking one of Greece’s quietest, most unspoilt islands with its most famous. You leave behind Folegandros’s whitewashed clifftop village and arrive at Santorini’s volcanic harbour — two islands that couldn’t feel more different, yet both utterly Greek. Year-round service means you can make this journey regardless of when your trip falls.
Throughout the year there are 2 ferries per day on average, giving you reasonable flexibility when planning connections. In peak summer months expect slight variation, while shoulder and winter months tend to settle into a steady daily rhythm.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Folegandros to Santorini:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 2.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.7 (1–3) |
| April | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| May | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| June | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| July | Yes | 2.1 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 1.7 (1–3) |
| September | Yes | 1.6 (1–3) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Folegandros to Santorini — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 2 | 12:30, 12:50 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 12:50, 14:20 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 12:50, 16:45, 21:50 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 12:50, 15:20 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 12:30, 12:50 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 12:50, 14:20 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 12:50, 16:45, 21:50 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 12:50 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 12:50, 15:20 |
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Tips for the Folegandros–Santorini Ferry
- Take the local bus from Karavostasis to Chora, about 4km away – services are timed to meet ferry arrivals and departures, or use a taxi for the short uphill run to the main village.
- Arrive at the port in Karavostasis at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry is due to sail, since boarding and any last-minute schedule changes need time to sort out.
- Build a buffer day into your Folegandros trip: the island's ferry routes are among the first suspended when gale-force meltemi winds hit the exposed Aegean crossings in summer.
- Weather cancellations are more common in the shoulder months (October, November, March, April) than in the height of summer, despite summer's meltemi wind.
- In Santorini, the clifftop villages of Oia and Fira offer the famous caldera views over the submerged volcanic crater, best seen at sunset from Oia's castle. The 214 steps down to Amoudi Bay lead to some of the best seafood tavernas on the island, and local wine tours offer a taste of Assyrtiko, the volcanic-soil white grape unique to the island.
Useful Resources for Your Greek Island Trip
- Find accommodation in Greece – hotels, apartments and villas on Booking.com
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- Find guided experiences and day trips via GetYourGuide
- Compare car hire prices in Greece via DiscoverCars
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Folegandros to Santorini?
1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Folegandros to Santorini today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Folegandros to Santorini this week?
Around 12 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day, 1 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Folegandros to Santorini?
The first departure is usually 12:50.
How long is the ferry from Folegandros to Santorini?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 45 minutes, while the slowest takes around 3 hours. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Folegandros to Santorini ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €7 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €80 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Folegandros–Santorini route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Maistros Santorini, Hellenic Seaways.
Is it worth hiring a car on Santorini?
Yes. The ferry port at Athinios sits about 7.5km below Fira up a steep, winding road; the bus takes about 25 minutes and a taxi costs many times the fare. A car lets you reach Oia, Akrotiri and the red and black beaches at your own pace without waiting for infrequent buses; rental desks operate near the port, and you can compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Do you need a car on Folegandros?
Not essential. Folegandros is small, and the bus that meets every ferry runs the 3.5km from the port at Karavostasis up to Chora in about ten minutes for a couple of euros. A car or scooter becomes useful once you want to reach the beaches below Ano Meria or Agali, which the bus does not serve directly. Rental desks operate in Chora, Karavostasis and Ano Meria; compare prices at Discover Cars.