Ferry from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry)
5h 10m to 10h 40m · 1 operator
Santorini to Kassos at a glance
Ferries from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. Departures in that window are at 23:50. The crossing takes between 5h 10m and 10h 40m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Santorini to Kassos Route Map
Blue Star Ferries connects Santorini with Kassos on the Blue Star Chios, the conventional ship that works the long line down through the southern Aegean. Timings vary a lot with the routeing, from around five hours direct to more than ten when the ship calls at Crete on the way. It is a genuine open-water crossing, and the Kassos call is a short one, so be ready to disembark promptly.
Kassos is a small, remote island south of Karpathos and among the least visited in Greece. The main port and capital is Fry, on the north coast, and the island is quiet and largely barren, with minimal tourism infrastructure. People come for the caves at Ellinokamara and Selai, for genuinely unhurried island life, or simply because it sits neatly between Karpathos and Crete.
The service runs only a few times a fortnight and is seasonal, so dates need checking before anything else. Current departures, journey times and fares are shown in the table below. Kassos is also served by short hops from Karpathos and Sitia in eastern Crete, which is often the more practical way in.
Santorini to Kassos Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Santorini to Kassos 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 | 23:50 | 10:30 | 10h 40m | 2026-08-21 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 23:50 | 09:05 | 9h 15m | now to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 23:50 | 05:00 | 5h 10m | now to 2026-10-26 | 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 Santorini to Kassos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 23:50 | 05:00 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 23:50 | 09:05 | 9h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 23:50 | 10:30 | 10h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 23:50 | 05:00 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 23:50 | 09:05 | 9h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 23:50 | 10:30 | 10h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Santorini to Kassos?
Ferries from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Santorini to Kassos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) today. Departure time: 23:50.
How many ferries run from Santorini to Kassos this week?
3 sailings from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Santorini to Kassos?
Scheduled departures from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) leave at 23:50.
How long is the ferry from Santorini to Kassos?
The fastest crossing from Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) takes 5h 10m and the slowest 10h 40m.
Which ferry companies operate the Santorini to Kassos route?
The Santorini (Athinios) to Kassos (Fry) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Santorini to Kassos ferry
- Arrive at Athinios port at least 45 minutes before departure – the switchback access road down the caldera cliff often backs up in summer, and boarding can start earlier than the printed departure time.
- If you're staying in Oia, note that no bus runs directly to or from Athinios port – you'll need to change at Fira, adding a ticket and a wait, so a taxi or pre-booked transfer is usually more practical.
- Collect paper tickets from the Nomikos or Dakoutros travel agency booths at the port as soon as you arrive, rather than waiting until boarding – queues build quickly as departure time approaches.
- If you're travelling by public bus, stow large luggage in the storage compartment underneath rather than carrying it aboard, as space inside is limited, especially on the busy Fira–Oia route.
- Vehicle dimensions and weight affect your ferry fare; double-check the operator's measurement categories if you are driving an unusually large or heavy vehicle.
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