Ferry from Kasos (Fry) to Santorini (Athinios)

Kasos to Santorini crosses from the far southern Dodecanese into the heart of the Cyclades, operated by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Chios. Depending on how many islands the ship calls at along the way, the trip takes anywhere from around five hours to a little over ten. It is a conventional ferry with cabins available on the longer overnight runs.

Santorini needs little introduction, and the arrival by sea is the best way to see the caldera. Ferries dock at Athinios, a working port tucked beneath steep cliffs with no town attached, so onward transport up the switchback road to Fira and Oia is arranged at the dockside. From there it is the usual draw of clifftop villages, volcanic beaches and caldera views.

The crossing operates roughly three times a week, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Santorini is one of the busiest ferry hubs in the Cyclades, with frequent high-speed and conventional links onward to Piraeus, Crete, Naxos, Paros and Mykonos, so it makes a practical place to pick up the rest of a trip.

Weekly Kasos to Santorini Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kasos.

Things to do when you arrive: Best Santorini tours on Viator

Kasos to Santorini Ferry Fares

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 Kasos to Santorini between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kasos to Santorini ferry

• If you are connecting to another ferry on the same day, check whether both depart from the same area of the port to gauge how much walking time you need.
• Most Greek ports have a covered waiting area, though it can be crowded in summer – arriving early secures a seat in the shade.
• 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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