The maritime link between Santorini and Milos represents one of the most fascinating routes in the Cyclades archipelago, connecting two jewels of the Aegean Sea with unique characteristics. While Santorini enchants with its volcanic caldera and legendary sunsets, Milos amazes with its white rock beaches and more authentic and wild atmosphere.
Ferries from Santorini to Milos provide regular connections throughout the year, offering travellers the opportunity to discover both islands in one trip. The distance between the two islands is just 52 nautical miles (about 96 kilometres), making this journey particularly convenient for those wishing to explore the volcanic wonders of the Western Cyclades.
With several shipping companies operating on the route and a variety of fast and conventional ferry options, you can choose the solution that best suits your travel needs, budget and available time.
The Santorini-Milos route is served throughout the year, with up to 14 crossings per week in high season. Ferries depart from the port of Athinios in Santorini and arrive at the port of Adamas (Adamantas) in Milos, located in the island’s beautiful natural bay.
The frequency of connections varies considerably between high and low season:
Journey times depend on the type of boat chosen:
Departure times from Santorini follow this general pattern:
SeaJets is the main choice for those seeking speed and frequency. The company operates 14 weekly trips during the tourist season, using state-of-the-art fast catamarans.
The distinctive features of SeaJets catamarans:
The names of the SeaJets boats evoke speed: SuperCat, SuperJet, SuperSpeed, Champion Jet, all designed to cross the waters of the Cyclades quickly.
Zante Ferriess offers a cheaper solution with conventional ferries that also allow the transport of vehicles. The lowest price is around €17.50, making it the most affordable option.
Features of Zante Ferries
Golden Star Ferries has introduced the Supercat catamaran on the route, offering a modern alternative to SeaJets. The company focuses on a balance between speed and affordability.
Blue Star Ferries operates the Blue Star Chios ferry that travels at night, arriving in Santorini in the middle of the night and taking three and a half hours. This option is less used for the direct Santorini-Milos connection but is an interesting alternative.
The port of Athinios is the main seaport of Santorini, located on the west coast of the island. It is located 8 km from Fira and 20 km from Oia, and is particularly busy during the summer.
To get to the port of Athinios you have several options:
The Athinios terminal offers:
The port of Adamas is located in one of the largest natural bays in the Mediterranean, offering a safe and scenic harbour. The harbour is located very close to Plaka, the island’s capital, and the famous Sarakiniko beach.
On arrival in Adamas you will find:
From Adamas you can easily reach
During the summer months, the route offers maximum frequency:
In the transition months:
During winter:
Milos is an excellent base for island hopping:
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