In brief, traveling from Santorini to Folegandros is very easy!
- The two islands are connected by ferry throughout the year.
- The route is operated by both conventional and high-speed ferries.
- A standard ticket costs between '7' 'EUR'(7 euros) and '69.7' 'EUR'(69.7 euros).
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The route from Santorini to Folegandros is operated all year round.
During the high season, there are 2-3 connections per day, while during the low season, there are 4-5 weekly connections.
The first ferry departs from the port of Santorini (Athinios Port) at 08:25 and the last at 15:00.
Indicative Ferry Routes from Santorini to Folegandros*
Schedules frequencyMultiple times per day
First ferry08:25
Last ferry15:00
Average duration02h01m
*Based on data from 2022-2023
ferry SANTORINI (THIRA) - FOLEGANDROS
COMPANY
VESSELS
DURATION
PRICE
COMPANY
VESSELS
1
DURATION
02h55m
PRICE
€7.00 - €30.50
COMPANY
VESSELS
1
DURATION
02h20m
PRICE
€7.20 - €7.20
COMPANY
VESSELS
3
DURATION
00h50m
PRICE
€69.70 - €94.70
Types of ferries operating
The route from Santorini to Folegandros is operated by both conventional and high-speed/catamaran vessels.
Please note that, despite being a conventional ferry, the SAOS vessel operating this route is only capable of transporting a limited number of vehicles.
The distance between the two islands is 27 nautical miles (31 miles or 50 kilometers).
The duration of the trip of the trip depends on the ferry type you are traveling with. The journey with a high-speed vessel takes 50 minutes, while the trip with a conventional ferry lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
The fastest ferries are the Speedrunner Jet, the Super Jet and the Super Jet 2 by Seajets.
Prices & Tickets
A standard ticket costs between '7' 'EUR'(7 euros) and '69.7' 'EUR'(69.7 euros), depending on the company and the type of vessel. The price of a business class/VIP ticket ranges between '79.7' 'EUR'(79.7 euros) and '94.7' 'EUR'(94.7 euros)
Some categories of passengers, including students, ISIC card holders, children under the age of 10 and disabled passengers may be eligible for ticket discounts of up to 45%, while babies and children up to the age of 5 can travel for free.
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Standard/economy seats are the most popular and affordable option. In conventional ferries, these seats are situated on the deck or in internal lounges and they are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. Therefore, in order to get a comfortable one, we recommend boarding the ferry as soon as possible.
Another option is the air-type seats, which are located in separate lounges. They are numbered, more comfortable, and the most affordable option among the seats you can reserve. For luxury travel, there are also Business/VIP seats, which are situated in a separate lounge and are more expensive.
There are only numbered seats in high-speed ferries, so a standard ticket corresponds to an air seat.
How to find your ferry in the port of Santorini (Athinios Port)
Luggage
Luggage policies in Greek ferries are quite flexible.
Most companies allow 40 kg or 0.5 cubic meters of luggage per passenger and provide a luggage storage area on each ferry. If you wish, though, you can take your luggage with you to the lounges or the deck (if available).
It is highly recommended that you leave bulky suitcases in the designated area and take only your personal belongings (wallet, keys, mobile phone, etc.) with you upstairs.
Traveling with a car
To take your car or motorbike with you to Folegandros, you need a vehicle ticket.
Drivers should be at the port 1 to 1.5 hours before the official departure time.
For safety reasons, entrance to the garage is not allowed during the crossing. Note: Many car rental companies do not allow customers to ferry their vehicles. We recommend avoiding purchasing a vehicle ticket before contacting your car rental company.
Alternative ways to reach Folegandros
There is no airport in Folegandros, so the only way to reach the island is by taking the ferry. The nearest airport is that of Santorini, but Mykonos also boasts an international airport receiving direct flights from several European countries, so you can reach Mykonos first and take the ferry from there. Alternatively, you can fly to Athens and then sail from Athens to Folegandros.
About Folegandros
Relatively untouched by mass tourism, Folegandros is a charming little island, with traditional settlements and a wild natural landscape. Check out the best things to see and do there in our mini-guide for Folegandros.
Where to go next?
Folegandros is a great starting point for island-hopping to the rest of the Cyclades! From there, visitors can easily sail to some of the most popular Greek islands, including the lively Ios, the cosmopolitan Paros and the romantic Milos, or explore other off-the-beaten-track gems, like Sikinos and Sifnos.
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