Ferries from Thira (Santorini) to Crete
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The lines between Santorini and Crete are provided by the maritime operators Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines and Seajets with a combined schedule of 16 weekly connections with primarily afternoon and evening departures and maximum duration of 6 h 35 min. On this route, you decide whether you prefer travelling with your vehicle or faster as a foot passenger by hydrofoil provided by Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines and Seajets. There are various types of seating and cabin options when crossing times exceed six hours, ranging from regular seats to cabins. There are also bars and self service restaurants available to all. Cabin crews will cater to your needs.
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The main port on Santorini is Athinios and it has only one passenger terminal. The port connects the island with Piraeus and other Greek islands. The port is about 19 km from Oia, 9 km from Fira and about 9 km from Akrotiri. The port area of Athinios is a bit isolated because it is located at the foot of a cliff on the coast, however there are bars and cafés. The port is well served by bus lines that lead to various locations on the island in case you do not want to take the taxi or don't have a car. Santorini Airport is about 8km from Athinios port and can be reached by bus. The line... [More information]
Address: Órmos Athiniós, Greece
Directions: Google Map @ Thira (Santorini), port
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and is a varied island and it has always been an important commercial centre since ancient times and the cradle of Minoan civilization. This island embodies every aspect of Greek culture and its strong thousand-year history has allowed it to remain distinct from the rest of the Greek islands. The island is situated between the Libyan and the Aegean Seas, much further south than the other Greek islands, so the climate is mild all year round - it is even possible to go to swim in the sea in late autumn! History Crete, more than any other Gree... [More information]