Santorini (Thira) – Rethymno

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Santorini (Thira) – Rethymno

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Ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno

SeaJets provides the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno. Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferries cost between £92 and £367, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferries.

Santorini (Thira) Rethymno Ferry Times

Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferries typically depart at 17:00.

How long is the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno?

The Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferry trip can take around 2 hours 20 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Santorini (Thira) Rethymno Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 2 weekly sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno provided by SeaJets. Timetables can change from season to season.

Santorini (Thira) Rethymno Ferry Prices

Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferry prices typically range between £92* and £367*. The average price is typically £183*. The cheapest Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferry prices start from £92*. The average price for a foot passenger is £183*. The average price for a car is £253*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno?

The distance between Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno is approximately 91.3 miles (146.9km) or 79 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Santorini (Thira) Rethymno ferry?

Yes, SeaJets ferries allow cars on board ferries between Santorini (Thira) and Rethymno. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Santorini (Thira) and Rethymno.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with SeaJets ferries between Santorini (Thira) and Rethymno.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Santorini (Thira) to Rethymno with SeaJets. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Santorini (Thira) - Rethymno Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 1
Operators SeaJets
Average Price £190*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 2h 30m
First Ferry 16:45
Last Ferry 17:00
Distance 79 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

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Santorini (Thira) Guide

Located in the southern Aegean Sea is the Greek island of Santorini and lies around 200 km to the south east of the Greek mainland. It forms part of the Cycladic group of islands and is the only location in Europe to have a hot desert climate. A popular pastime for visitors to Santorini is to take a cruise to the island's three islets, which were created in ancient times during a volcanic eruption. The islets are called Nea Kammeni, Palea Kammeni and Thirassia and provide an excellent vantage point for visitors to see the volcano, being located to the west of the island. The island's capital is Fira and is full of typical Cycladic houses with whitewashed walls, blue domed churches and stepped streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.

The island of Santorini has two ports. The main port is Athinios, where all the ferry and commercial boats arrive. There is also the Old Port which is mostly used for cruise ships. From the main port, ferries can be taken to Piraeus, Rafina and to the other islands in the Cyclades. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate on these routes.


Rethymno Guide

Located between the popular regions of Heraklion and Chania is the beautiful historic town of Rethymno, the third largest town on the island of Crete in Greece.

Rethymno is a place of outstanding natural wealth and a variation of landscapes, with flourishing valleys, harsh mountains and rocky shores following long sandy beaches. The east side of the region is mostly mountainous while the northern and southern coasts are dotted with fabulous beaches which are pretty popular in summer.

The city of Rethymno is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Greece, with Venetian fortification works, orthodox and catholic churches, mosques, grand Venetian mansions, arches and cobbled streets all together, creating this wondrous traditional atmosphere.

The Venetian port is probably one of the most popular spots of the Town. This small port was of great strategic importance during the Venetian period and has undergone numerous constructions since 1300. Nowadays, the port is lined up by cafes and delicious restaurants where you can enjoy the secrets of the Cretan cuisine.

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