Santorini (Thira) – Naxos
Ferry to Cyclades Islands
Santorini (Thira) – Naxos
Ferry to Cyclades Islands
A ferry is a great way to get from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos. Ferries from Santorini to Naxos run all year round, with an average crossing time of 1 hour 35 minutes. With 33 weekly sailings, it's easy to find a ferry to Naxos to suit you.
Santorini (Thira) to Naxos first ferry: departs Santorini (Thira) at 06:45.
Santorini (Thira) to Naxos last ferry: departs Santorini (Thira) at around 19:40.
Bear in mind that Santorini to Naxos ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Santorini Naxos ferry timetable before you book.
The Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry duration depends on whether you’re travelling on an Santorini (Thira) to Naxos fast ferry or a conventional ferry. The Santorini to Naxos ferry time is usually around 1 hour 35 minutes on average.
Average Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Fastest ferry crossing to Naxos: 1 hour 10 minutes
Longest ferry crossing to Naxos: 2 hours 40 minutes
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The Santorini (Thira) to Naxos fast ferry takes 1 hour 10 minutes. Bear in mind, the Santorini to Naxos ferry time can vary.
Ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos are provided by 2 ferry companies; Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. There are a combined total of 5 daily and 33 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry runs all year round
Blue Star Ferries: 2 daily sailings and 10 weekly sailings
SeaJets: 3 daily sailings and 23 weekly sailings
With the fastest ferries to Naxos taking around 1 hour 10 minutes, you can easily do a Santorini to Naxos day trip.
The Santorini to Naxos ferry price can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in.
Average Santorini to Naxos ferry cost: £106.09
Santorini (Thira) to Naxos distance: approximately 45.1 miles (72.6km) or 39 nautical miles.
Yes, you can get the ferry to Naxos from Santorini (Thira) with a car.
Car operators: Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Car operator prices: usually between £146 and £364
Lowest Santorini (Thira) to Naxos car ferry price: £118
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on Santorini ferry to Naxos.
Santorini (Thira) to Naxos foot passenger ferries: Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Foot passenger prices: usually between £52 and £248
Cheapest foot passenger price: £28
Yes, you can take your camper on the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos.
Camper prices: usually between £257 and £412
Cheapest camper price: £154
Here's everything you need to know about taking your pet on the ferry to Naxos.
Pets are allowed on Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferries. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
Pet-friendly operators:
Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
You will need the following things with you when travelling with your pet on board the Santorini Naxos ferry.
Blue Star Ferries:
Seajets:
You can travel with guide dogs and assistance dogs on the ferry to Naxos with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. However, you must let the ferry company know at the time of booking. You may also have to present any necessary certificates if asked to do so on board.
Blue Star Ferries: free
Seajets: free
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| Santorini (Thira) - Naxos Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | £104* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 8 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 39m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 10m | |
| First Ferry | 10:05 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:00 | |
| Distance | 39 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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More commonly known as Athinios, the Thira ferry port is situated on the southwest coast of Santorini and can be reached by taxi and public transport. You can book a private transfer service from anywhere on the island with Welcome Pickups. However, this can get very busy during the high season. Alternatively, the public bus service departs every day from the town of Fira and operates in accordance with the ferry timetables.
We recommend to book your ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos in advance to get it at the cheapest price. The Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry cost varies depending on the season you’re travelling in. Most Naxos Santorini (Thira) ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re wanting to travel on a Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry in summer it’s always best to make you book in advance. Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the best ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos to suit you.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Santorini (Thira) Naxos ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry booking.
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're getting the Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry with luggage, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
Blue Star Ferries: up to 50kg
Seajets: up to 50kg
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the boat from Santorini to Naxos differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Blue Star Ferries: As well as Economy and airline-style seating, there are also both private and shared cabins available on board including 2, 3 and 4 berth cabins.
Seajets: The high-speed ferries do not have cabins on board. Instead, there's airline-style seating available. You can choose from standard Economy seats or Business/VIP seats for extra comfort and additional amenities.
Yes, the ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
Blue Star Ferries: Special cabins, priority boarding and wheelchairs are available on board.
Seajets: People with reduced mobility can travel on all ferry routes. Just let them know when boarding the ship or at the time of booking.
If you're travelling from Santorini (Thira) to Naxos by ferry, we recommend arriving at Santorini (Thira) port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Santorini (Thira) to Naxos ferry tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Santorini (Thira) Naxos ferry crossing should be in your confirmation email.
Blue star ferries: from 48 to 2 hours before the scheduled departure time
Seajets: from 48 to 2 hours before the scheduled departure time
Yes, parking is available at Santorini (Thira) port.
Santorini ferry port is easily accessible from the rest of the island. You can reach the port by bus, taxi or private transfer. It's best to book taxis in advance if you're travelling during peak season.
From Fira:
By bus: there are regularly buses between Fira and the port. The journey usually takes around 25 minutes.
By car/taxi: the drive from Fira takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
From Oia:
By bus: there are no direct buses from Oia. If you wish to travel by bus, you have to change in Fira.
By car/taxi: the drive from Oia usually takes about 40 minutes.
Naxos Port is located in Naxos Town, also known as Chora. It's just a short walk from the town's amenities. However, there are also cars and scooters available to rent at the port if you're travelling further.
If you’re travelling by car, speed limits are as follows:
Urban areas: 50km/h or 31mph
Rural areas: 90km/h or 55mph
Motorways: 120km/h or 75mph
