Tinos to Santorini Ferry
🚢 Tinos → Santorini — this week
14 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Thu 23 Jul): 2 ferries — first at 09:20
Operated by Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets · crossing 3h–3h45m
Tinos to Santorini Ferry
Tinos to Santorini -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (May to October). No winter service.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
- Santorini tours: Best Santorini tours on Viator
The Tinos to Santorini ferry is a scenic crossing linking two of the Cyclades’ most distinctive islands. Tinos, famous for its pilgrimage church and marble-carved villages, and Santorini, with its dramatic caldera and clifftop towns, could hardly be more different in character — yet the sea route between them is one of the most rewarding in the Aegean. Ferries run from May through to October, so plan your trip within that window.
At the height of summer you can generally choose from 2 to 3 departures per day, giving you good flexibility. In the shoulder months of May and October, sailings thin out a little, so it pays to check the schedule and book ahead rather than assume you can turn up and go.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Tinos to Santorini:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | No | – |
| April | No | – |
| May | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.9 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 2.0 |
| August | Yes | 2.0 |
| September | Yes | 2.0 |
| October | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Tinos to Santorini — 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 | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 4 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 | Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
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Tips for the Tinos–Santorini Ferry
- Two-berth cabins with a porthole cost more but are worth the premium for overnight crossings – a few hours of genuine sleep transforms how you arrive.
- Economy deck class is the cheapest option and perfectly comfortable on short crossings – you have access to indoor seating, outside decks, and all onboard facilities.
- 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.
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- Compare car hire prices in Greece via DiscoverCars
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Tinos to Santorini?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. The route operates from May to October.
Are there ferries from Tinos to Santorini today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Tinos to Santorini this week?
Around 14 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Tinos to Santorini?
The first departure is usually 09:20.
How long is the ferry from Tinos to Santorini?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 3h, while the slowest takes around 3h45m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 3h (high-speed), Golden Star Ferries 3h20m–3h45m (high-speed).
Which ferry companies operate the Tinos–Santorini route?
The route is served by Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.