Santorini to Milos Ferry
🚢 Santorini → Milos — this week
15 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 12:35
Santorini to Milos Ferry
Santorini to Milos -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 55 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Fast Ferries.
- Tickets from: €94 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Santorini to Milos ferry is one of those Cyclades crossings that rewards you handsomely for making it. You’re leaving the volcanic drama of Santorini’s caldera behind and heading west to Milos, an island whose extraordinary coastline is one of the great under-appreciated spectacles of the Greek islands. It’s a straightforward route with year-round service, which makes planning refreshingly simple.
On average, one ferry per day operates this route throughout the year, with frequency nudging up slightly during the busier spring and summer months when demand picks up across the Cyclades.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Santorini to Milos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.6 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 2.1 (2–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.1 (1–3) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Santorini to Milos — 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 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 12:35, 14:25, 19:30 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 12:35, 14:25 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 12:35, 14:25, 19:30 |
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Tips for the Santorini–Milos Ferry
- Arrive at Athinios port at least 45 minutes before departure – the switchback access road down the caldera cliff often backs up in summer, and boarding can start earlier than the printed departure time.
- If you're staying in Oia, note that no bus runs directly to or from Athinios port – you'll need to change at Fira, adding a ticket and a wait, so a taxi or pre-booked transfer is usually more practical.
- Collect paper tickets from the Nomikos or Dakoutros travel agency booths at the port as soon as you arrive, rather than waiting until boarding – queues build quickly as departure time approaches.
- If you're travelling by public bus, stow large luggage in the storage compartment underneath rather than carrying it aboard, as space inside is limited, especially on the busy Fira–Oia route.
- Once you arrive in Milos, the volcanic island's extraordinary coastline reveals sea caves, coloured rock formations, and beaches of every kind, from the famous white pumice shores of Sarakiniko to the fishing village of Klima with its boathouses built into the rock. Milos is also the island where the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Santorini to Milos?
1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Santorini to Milos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Santorini to Milos this week?
Around 15 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Santorini to Milos?
The first departure is usually 12:35.
How long is the ferry from Santorini to Milos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 55 minutes, while the slowest takes around 7 hours 20 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Santorini to Milos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €94 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Santorini–Milos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries.
Do you need a car in Milos?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.
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.