How to get from Santorini Port to Oia

Known worldwide for its majestic sunsets, Oia is located 22km north of Santorini Port in Athinios. There are two options to travel from Santorini ferry port to Oia: a taxi or private transfer, or the bus. Taking a taxi or a private transfer is the most convenient choice for a direct drop-off at your accommodation. The ride takes approximately half an hour, and you can expect to pay around €45.

The KTEL bus, on the other hand, is a cost-effective solution at €3.60 per single, one-way ticket. The itinerary is not direct, as you have to change buses at the central station in Fira. The total journey time for both legs is 40 minutes.

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How to get from Santorini Port to Oia by taxi

A taxi is the fastest way to get from Athinios Port to Oia. If the roads are not very busy, your door-to-door cab service will take around 30 minutes to reach your hotel or apartment. As soon as you disembark from your ferry, you will see a rank of local taxis ready to pick up passengers.

Fare of a taxi from Santorini Port to Oia

Santorini taxis do not use a taximeter to charge customers. Depending on your final destination and the distance from the start point, they’ll offer you a flat rate, which can increase if you travel at night or with excess luggage. Prices also vary according to the season of the year. On average, the price asked for a ride from Santorini Port to Oia is around €45.

Cost

€45

Trip Duration

30 Min.

*The prices of taxis in Santorini fluctuate depending on the time of the day and season.

Convenience

Safety

Value for money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Athinios Port.

Where can I find a taxi?

In Athinios, taxis are readily available at the port to pick up passengers and drive them to their destinations around Santorini. As there aren’t many cabs on the island and things get pretty busy at disembarkments, keep in mind that a long queue in front of the rank is more than possible, especially during high season.

Convenience

A transfer from Santorini ferry port to Oia is one of the most popular taxi routes on the island. Sitting in the back of a vehicle is undoubtedly the most convenient and stress-free way to get to Oia, but the small number of taxis in the area might cause long waits before departing or you may end up sharing the ride with strangers.

For total peace of mind against strong demand at peak seasons, you can pre-book your ride with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups and enjoy unparalleled comfort and privacy.

Editor’s Note

Public transportation in Athinios Port, though generally reliable, follows ferry arrivals. If you miss the bus upon disembarkment, you should seek a taxi or private transfer because the next bus will leave when the following ferry arrives.

Useful Tips

Have cash with you, as taxis in Santorini do not provide a card payment option.

Athinios is the passenger port. For cruises, the Old Port in Fira is still used.

Make sure you agree on the final fare of your ride with the driver before boarding the vehicle.

How to get from Santorini Port to Oia by bus

The KTEL bus from Santorini Port to Oia is the only public transportation option. Local buses are comfortable and reliable, however, departures from Athinios are very limited because they are scheduled according to ferry arrivals and change frequently. Currently, there are three departures daily at 12:00, 12:00 and 15:15.

In addition, buses are not direct. You must change at Fira and take a second KTEL bus to Oia. The overall travelling time is 40 minutes, excluding the transfer time at Fira and any potential waits.

What’s the cost of a bus ticket?

This itinerary has two legs: the cost of tickets is €2 from Port to Fira and then €1.60 from Fira to Oia. So, the total cost is €3.60 per person—children under the age of 4 travel free of charge.

Cost

€3.60

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*Between departures, the average waiting time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Convenience

Safety

Value for money

Buses from Athinios port are available between 12:00 and 15:15.

Where do I get the bus from?

The KTEL buses that take you to Fira depart based on ferry arrivals. You will see the bus stop on your left as soon as you disembark the boat.

Convenience

Buses in Santorini are modern, comfortable and generally reliable. However, the scarcity of itineraries from Athinios Port can make the whole experience quite unpleasant. If you miss the bus upon your arrival or have to wait for the next one in case there isn’t space for you or your luggage in the departing one, waiting for an hour and a half under the scorching Greek sun in the summer is no joke. In these circumstances, you’d be better off taking a taxi or a private transfer.

Timetables

Santorini KTEL buses

Timetable

Editor’s Note

If you’ve just missed the bus and your budget does not allow for a taxi, there are plenty of establishments in the port vicinity where you can cool down with a refreshing drink and wait for the next departure.

Useful Tips

Bus tickets are cash only.

The driver will wait at the door to sell you your ticket and guide you. Alternatively, you can also pay onboard.

Luggage is placed in a special compartment underneath the bus.

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How do I get from Santorini Port to Oia?

There are two transportation options from Athinios Port to Oia: a taxi or private transfer and the bus. The taxi needs 30 minutes to reach Oia in average traffic conditions against a fare of €45 more or less. The bus, on the other hand, takes about 40 minutes and includes a change in Fira. A single ticket costs €3.60 in total.

What is the distance from Santorini Port to Oia?

The distance from Santorini Port to Oia is 22km. If the road is not congested, the travel time is 30 minutes for a taxi and closer to 40 minutes for the bus – not including transfer and wait times.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Santorini Port to Oia?

Taxis in Santorini are not metered. Prices are predetermined each season for every respective destination on the island. For Oia, it’s a fare of €45 on average.

If you want to take advantage of a competitive flat rate that doesn’t depend on seasonal variations, you can pre-book a private transfer with Welcome Pickups.

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How to get from Santorini Port to Oia by taxi

Fare of a taxi from Santorini Port to Oia

Cost

€45

Trip Duration

30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Athinios Port.

Where can I find a taxi?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Santorini Port to Oia by bus

What’s the cost of a bus ticket?

Cost

€3.60

Trip Duration

40 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for money

Buses from Athinios port are available between 12:00 and 15:15.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

Santorini KTEL buses

Timetable

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

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