Ferries Santorini – Rhodes

Sailing Time
11h 45m – 18h 10m
Operating time
Sep. – Okt.
Frequency
3 times per week
Pets
Pets are allowed on this route
Price
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Book your Santorini – Rhodes ferry crossing here and let the journey link two of Greece’s most memorable Aegean islands. Departing from Santorini, with its volcanic cliffs and whitewashed villages, you travel east across the island-studded sea towards Rhodes. Your arrival brings you to an island celebrated for its remarkably preserved medieval Old Town, beaches and rich blend of Greek and Mediterranean influences. Choose your preferred sailing and begin looking forward to the journey.

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How long is the travel time for Santorini – Rhodes?

The Santorini – Rhodes ferry journey links two memorable Aegean islands, travelling from the Cyclades to the Dodecanese in the south-east of Greece. No average sailing duration is supplied for this route. Journey length can vary with the chosen service, intermediate island calls, sea conditions and the vessel operating the crossing.

Methods of Travel Santorini – Rhodes

On the Santorini – Rhodes route with Blue Star Ferries, travelling without a vehicle is possible. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for travellers continuing their Greek island journey on foot, leaving the caldera views of Santorini behind for the medieval streets and broad beaches of Rhodes. Accommodation is required for this route option, helping you settle in comfortably for the journey across the Aegean.

Are pets allowed on the Santorini – Rhodes route?

Pets can be booked on the Blue Star Ferries route from Santorini to Rhodes, so your four-legged companion can join you on the journey across the Aegean. When reserving, include your pet in the booking from the outset and arrive with the time and arrangements needed for a calm departure. With the island light of Santorini behind you and Rhodes ahead, travelling together can make the crossing feel like the beginning of the holiday rather than simply the way there.

Check-in Information Santorini – Rhodes

For the Santorini – Rhodes ferry with Blue Star Ferries, passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before departure. Arriving with time to spare lets you find the correct departure area and begin the long island-to-island journey in a more relaxed frame of mind.

You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Bring an accepted form of identification: Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID card or passport. Keep your travel documents easy to reach as you make your way from Santorini’s dramatic volcanic coastline towards Rhodes.

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Santorini to Rhodes Ferry

Leaving Santorini for Rhodes carries you from the dramatic, volcanic contours of the Cyclades towards the sunlit shores of the Dodecanese. The Santorini – Rhodes ferry route links two Greek islands with wonderfully different personalities: Santorini is known for its cliffside villages and sweeping caldera views, while Rhodes blends beaches, pine-scented landscapes and one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns. As the coastline falls away, the crossing becomes a memorable pause between island stays and a chance to savour the open Aegean. Arrival in Rhodes brings you close to an island where ancient history, lively harbour scenes and relaxed coastal escapes sit side by side.

This page helps you compare available Blue Star Ferries travel options and choose the crossing that suits your island itinerary. You can travel on this route without a vehicle, making it a practical choice for travellers continuing their Greek island adventure on foot. Accommodation is required for this route option, while pets can be included in the booking. Allow at least 120 minutes before departure for passenger check-in; the same lead time applies when travelling with a vehicle. Blue Star Ferries does not require the supplier ticket at check-in, and you should have an accepted identity document, such as an ID card or passport, ready for travel. Choose your Santorini to Rhodes ferry and let the sea journey become part of the holiday story.

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