How To Get To Akrotiri?

Santorini's famous and beautiful island is renowned for its unique beaches and breathtaking landscapes.

Interested in how to get to Akrotiri from Fira?

KTEL operates bus routes across the island of Santorini. The main station is located in the capital, Fira, from which buses depart for various destinations in the island's villages and towns.

How far is Akrotiri from Fira? The distance between these two locations is approximately 10 km (about 6.2 miles). It can be covered by car in about 10 minutes. For the convenience of most tourists, there are Fira to Akrotiri bus stops.

The public bus from Fira is the most budget-friendly way to get to Akrotiri. The travel time is about 20 minutes, but it can be longer depending on road conditions. Buses depart from the station in Fira every hour. Upon arrival in Akrotiri, the bus makes two stops at the end of the route: the first is in the center of the village, and the second is 2 kilometers further south, near the archaeological excavations.

The distance from Akrotiri to Oia is approximately 22 km (13.6 miles).

Oia is a beautiful town with white houses, luxurious hotels, and restaurants offering sea views. Many photographers come here to capture stunning shots of the breathtaking sunset. There is no direct bus from Oia to Akrotiri, but there are routes with a transfer in the town of Fira. The entire journey takes approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes.