Kimolos to Athinios
Kimolos to Santorini ferry
Check the sailing days from Kimolos and open a booking for Athinios
- Cyclades Fast Ferries, about two sailings a week, around 4 h 20
- Conventional ship with vehicle deck, via the western Cyclades
- Departure from Psathi, arrival at Athinios
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The crossing at a glance
Kimolos to Santorini is a Cyclades Fast Ferries leg: the conventional Dionisios Solomos calls at Psathi on its Piraeus - western Cyclades - Santorini chain about twice a week in September and October and reaches Athinios in about 4 h 20, with stops at Milos, Folegandros, Sikinos and Ios. In high summer the chain sails up to six times a week.
Getting to the port in Kimolos
The ferry berths at Psathi, Kimolos' harbour on the south-east coast; Chora is a short walk uphill. There is no terminal - the agency at the harbour issues the tickets - and the quay is shared with the small local boat to Pollonia on Milos. Vehicles wait on the harbour road.
Check-in and boarding
Cyclades Fast Ferries: passengers at the vessel 30 minutes before departure, vehicles in the loading area one hour before; the boarding pass comes from the company's web check-in.
On board
Dionisios Solomos carries 1,100 passengers and has four bars, a shop, Wi-Fi, escalators, an infirmary and open decks; four hours down the western chain is a scenic run past Milos and Folegandros. Hand luggage travels free.
Vehicles, bicycles and pets
Dionisios Solomos carries 280 cars or 65 trucks; drivers load and unload themselves and must be in the loading area one hour before departure. Electric cars board only with the battery at 40 % or less, declared at booking - a Greek rule every operator applies. Pets travel free but must be declared at booking with the health-booklet number; no pet ticket is issued on board. Pets stay in the dedicated pet area, not in the indoor lounges, and wear a muzzle when moving about.
Arriving at Athinios
Every sailing lands at Athinios, Santorini's main passenger and vehicle port below the caldera cliffs - about 8 km from Fira, 7 km from the airport, open around the clock, with buses, taxis and a car park on the quay. The switchback road up the cliff is the only way out, so settle your transfer before you land: Athinios port guide.
Tickets and fares
The fare depends on operator, vessel and seat type. Cancellation terms are contractual and staggered: Fast Ferries cancels free of charge up to 8 days before departure and at a fee down to 12 hours. Departures for your date are in the timetable.
Kimolos - Santorini
From the chalk island down the western chain
Kimolos - Santorini is served by Cyclades Fast Ferries: the conventional Dionisios Solomos calls at Psathi on its Piraeus - western Cyclades - Santorini chain about twice a week in September and October and reaches Athinios in about 4 h 20, with stops at Milos, Folegandros, Sikinos and Ios. It is the only direct service on the route and it carries vehicles.
Sailing days are fixed, so match your Kimolos stay to the departure in the schedule below.
- Departure
- Psathi, Kimolos
- Operator
- Cyclades Fast Ferries
- Crossing
- about 4 h 20
- From-price
- €11
Next departures
FAQ Kimolos - Santorini
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the Kimolos - Santorini crossing.
How long is the ferry from Kimolos to Santorini? +
About 4 h 20 on Fast Ferries' Dionisios Solomos, which calls at Milos, Folegandros, Sikinos and Ios on the way. It sails about twice a week in the current schedule.
Where does the ferry leave from on Kimolos? +
From Psathi, the island's harbour on the south-east coast below Chora. The village is a short walk uphill; the agency at the harbour issues tickets.
Can I take a car from Kimolos to Santorini? +
Yes - Dionisios Solomos has a garage for 280 cars. Vehicles must be in the loading area one hour before departure; electric cars board with the battery at 40 % or less.
Is there a faster way from Kimolos? +
Via Milos: the short local boat from Psathi to Pollonia and the island bus to Adamas connect with SeaJets' daily high-speed sailing to Santorini in under 2 h 30. The direct ship is simpler if its days fit.