Tinos to Santorini Ferry
🚢 Tinos → Santorini — this week
14 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 09:20
Tinos to Santorini Ferry
Tinos to Santorini -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 25 October 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 3 hours to 3 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets.
- Tickets from: €66 per person.
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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 | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| 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 | 1.2 (1–2) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Tinos 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 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 09:20, 12:05 |
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Tips for the Tinos–Santorini Ferry
- Tinos has two ports – most ferries now use the new port about ten minutes from town, while only the Flyingcat catamaran still departs from the old port right in Tinos Town centre. Check which one is named on your ticket.
- If you are travelling with a vehicle, check in at least an hour before departure. Foot passengers can check in from 30 minutes before sailing, though it is worth allowing extra time in Tinos during busy summer sailings.
- The port sits a short walk from the Panagia Evangelistria church, so around 15 August – the island's main pilgrimage day – expect the harbourfront and surrounding streets to be extremely crowded with visitors arriving and departing by ferry.
- Prices on Greek ferry routes are generally fixed by the operator – unlike airlines, there is no dynamic pricing that rewards booking at odd hours.
- 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
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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. Timetables are currently published through 25 October 2026.
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 3 hours, while the slowest takes around 3 hours 20 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Tinos to Santorini ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €66 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Tinos–Santorini route?
The route is served by Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets.
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 in Tinos?
Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare suppliers at Discover Cars.