What is the cheapest way to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno?

The cheapest way to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno is to car ferry and bus which costs €99 - €104 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno?

The fastest way to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno is to car ferry which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €160.

Is there a direct ferry between Santorini Port (Station) and Rethymno?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Thira Santorini Port and arriving at Rethymno. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno?

The distance between Santorini Port (Station) and Rethymno is 144 km.

How do I travel from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno without a car?

The best way to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno without a car is to car ferry which takes 2h 20m and costs €60 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno?

The car ferry from Athinios Port to Rethymno takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs twice a week.

What is the time difference between Santorini Port (Station) and Rethymno?

Rethymno is 2h ahead of Santorini Port (Station). It is currently 11:33 AM in Santorini Port (Station) and 1:33 PM in Rethymno.

Where can I stay near Rethymno?

There are 2565+ hotels available in Rethymno.

Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno by car ferry or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Rethymno
2h 20m
€60–160
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Port
2. Take the bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymno
3h 38m
€100–104

Santorini Port (Station) to Rethymno by car ferry

2Weekly Car ferry

2h 20mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 143.8 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Santorini Port (Station), Greece and Rethymno, Greece?

Seajets operates a car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Rethymno twice a week. Tickets cost €60–160 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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