Santorini to Tinos Ferry
🚢 Santorini → Tinos — this week
21 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 3/day
Tomorrow (Thu 23 Jul): 3 ferries — first at 09:50
Operated by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 2h40m–6h50m
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Santorini to Tinos Ferry
Santorini to Tinos -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (February to October).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day in winter, increasing to 2-3 ferries per day in summer.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Taking the ferry from Santorini to Tinos is one of those island hops that rewards you well. Santorini needs little introduction -- the caldera views, the clifftop villages, the crowds. Tinos, by contrast, is quieter and deeper. Its main draw is the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, but venture inland and you find carved marble villages, a landscape quilted with the island's distinctive dovecotes, and a pace of life that has nothing to prove to anyone.
The route runs year-round, though winter sailings thin out considerably. In summer the connection is genuinely convenient, with up to three or four departures a day giving you real flexibility. Book ahead in July and August -- these are the busiest weeks across the Cyclades and tickets do sell out.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Santorini to Tinos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 3.0 (2–4) |
| July | Yes | 3.1 (2–4) |
| August | Yes | 2.9 (2–4) |
| September | Yes | 3.0 (2–3) |
| October | Yes | 1.7 (1–3) |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Santorini to Tinos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-22):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 22 Jul | 4 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15, 14:55 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 12:55, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 12:55, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 2 | 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 4 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15, 14:55 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 2 | 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 3 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 3 | 09:50, 12:55, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 3 | 09:50, 12:55, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 2 | 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 4 Aug | 3 | 09:50, 13:15, 14:15 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
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Tips for the Santorini–Tinos Ferry
- Listen for port announcements as you approach Tinos -- they come in Greek and English on most vessels. The harbour appears quickly once you round the headland, so have your bags ready.
- If your timing is flexible, early June crossings in the Cyclades tend to offer the calmest seas. The meltemi wind that makes late-summer sailing choppy hasn't yet arrived, and you'll often find the crossing glassy and smooth.
- Don't leave Tinos the moment you've seen the church. The marble-carved village of Pyrgos in the island's north is worth the bus ride, and the countryside's elaborately decorated dovecotes -- a legacy of Venetian rule -- are unlike anything else in the Cyclades. Give yourself a full day at minimum.
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More to do in Santorini
Before you board, make the most of your time on the island. Browse our complete guide to the best day trips from Santorini – from volcano boat tours and wine tasting to hidden beaches and nearby islands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Santorini to Tinos?
Typically 1 ferry per day in winter, increasing to 2-3 ferries per day in summer. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Santorini to Tinos today?
Yes – 4 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Santorini to Tinos this week?
Around 21 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 3 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Santorini to Tinos?
The first departure is usually 09:50.
How long is the ferry from Santorini to Tinos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2h40m, while the slowest takes around 6h50m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 2h40m–3h (high-speed), Golden Star Ferries 3h50m–4h (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries 6h50m.
Which ferry companies operate the Santorini–Tinos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.