Ferry from Santorini (Athinios) to Tinos

Taking the ferry from Santorini to Tinos is one of those island hops that rewards you well. Santorini needs little introduction -- the caldera views, the clifftop villages, the crowds. Tinos, by contrast, is quieter and deeper. Its main draw is the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, but venture inland and you find carved marble villages, a landscape quilted with the island's distinctive dovecotes, and a pace of life that has nothing to prove to anyone.

The route runs year-round, though winter sailings thin out considerably. In summer the connection is genuinely convenient, with up to three or four departures a day giving you real flexibility. Book ahead in July and August -- these are the busiest weeks across the Cyclades and tickets do sell out.

Santorini to Tinos Ferry Fares

Weekly Santorini to Tinos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

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.

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 Tinos between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Santorini to Tinos 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.
• In Tinos, the Church of Panagia Evangelistria in the island's main town is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, drawing hundreds of thousands of faithful each year. Beyond the port, the island's marble-carved villages and the distinctive marble-latticed dovecotes of the countryside make for rewarding exploration.

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