Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios)
9h 40m to 15h 05m · 1 operator
Chalki to Santorini at a glance
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 13:00 and the latest is 17:00. The crossing takes between 9h 40m and 15h 05m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chalki to Santorini Route Map
Chalki to Santorini is one of the longest single-ship journeys in the Aegean, running roughly ten to fifteen hours on Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Chios depending on the calls along the way. The route crosses the whole width of the southern Aegean from the Dodecanese into the Cyclades, so it is very much a full day at sea. The ship is a conventional ferry with reclining seats, lounges and cabins on the longer sailings.
Santorini's ferries dock at Athinios, a working port wedged beneath the caldera cliffs with no town attached, so onward transport by bus, taxi or transfer is essential. Above it are the whitewashed clifftop villages of Fira and Oia, the caldera views and the volcanic beaches that draw very large numbers of visitors. The old port at Skala, below Fira, handles excursion boats and is reached by cable car or the donkey path rather than by these ferries.
The direct service runs a couple of times a week at most, so the current timetable below is the thing to check before committing. Santorini is one of the busiest ferry hubs in the Cyclades, with frequent conventional and high-speed links to Piraeus, Crete and the rest of the island group, so onward travel from there is straightforward.
Chalki to Santorini Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Chalki to Santorini Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 13:00 | 04:05 | 15h 05m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 17:00 | 02:40 | 9h 40m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Hiring a car
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.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Santorini between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 17:00 | 02:40 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 04:05 | 15h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 17:00 | 02:40 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 04:05 | 15h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Santorini?
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chalki to Santorini today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 17:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Chalki to Santorini this week?
2 sailings from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chalki to Santorini?
Scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) leave at 13:00 and 17:00.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Santorini?
The fastest crossing from Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) takes 9h 40m and the slowest 15h 05m.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Santorini route?
The Chalki (Halki) to Santorini (Athinios) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chalki to Santorini ferry
- When booking for the return leg of a day trip, remember that the last ferry of the day can fill up – book your return at the same time as your outward journey.
- In summer, the heat on quaysides can be intense, especially during midday departures – a hat and water are essential while waiting to board.
- Most ferries have a small kiosk selling souvenirs, snacks, and basic travel items; useful if you have forgotten sunscreen or earplugs.
- 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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