THE SHORT VERSION
Heraklion to Santorini at a glance.
- From
- Heraklion Ηράκλειο
- To
- Santorini Σαντορίνη
- Straight line
- 122 km
- Return route
- Santorini to Heraklion →
Ready to travel from Heraklion to Santorini?
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Heraklion
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Santorini
Ask the seller where the service ends in Santorini. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Santorini, the road continues.
All buses from and to SantoriniThis trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Santorini
More buses from Heraklion
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Heraklion to Santorini take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Heraklion?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Santorini to Heraklion?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Santorini to Heraklion guide.
Where does the bus from Heraklion arrive in Santorini?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Heraklion to Santorini?+
Tickets to Santorini usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Heraklion to Santorini bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Santorini by bus?+
Direct buses from Santorini include Perissa, Pyrgos Kallistis. See all connections on our Santorini bus page.
Does the trip to Santorini include a ferry?+
Yes, Santorini is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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