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Greece

Getting to Santorini

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Santorini (Thira) (JTR)

15 minutes drive to Santorini

Airlines serving this airport:

Aegean AirlinesRyanaireasyJetVolotea

By Train

None

Station

No railway on Santorini

From the Capital

Flight from Athens (45min) or ferry from Piraeus (5–8h)

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:right

Car or ATV recommended; the island is small but wineries are spread out

Local Transport

Rideshare

Limited; use local taxis

Public Transit

KTEL buses connect main towns; limited frequency

Bike Rental

Not widely available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    Narrow roads and steep cliffs — drive carefully

  • 2

    Parking in Fira and Oia is very limited

  • 3

    ATV/quad rentals are popular but use caution

  • 4

    Volcanic soil vineyards are unlike anywhere else

Region Location

Santorini, Greece

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