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Calculate exact water taxi fares for Greek islands. Get instant pricing for sea transfers between Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, and 30+ destinations with real-time rates.
1 nautical mile = 1.85 km = 1.15 miles
Day rate
€30/nm
Night rate
€45/nm
Popular islands: Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, Ios
Water taxis offer the fastest, most flexible way to island-hop in Greece. Unlike scheduled ferries, these private boats depart on your schedule and take you directly to your destination—perfect for groups, urgent transfers, or reaching secluded beaches.
The most popular Greek islands for water taxi services
Closest islands to Athens, perfect for day trips
Eastern Aegean islands near Turkey
Western Greece islands with Italian influence
Lush green islands in the northwest Aegean
Coastal transfers around Greece's largest island
| Route | Distance | Time | Day Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mykonos → Delos | 2.5 nm | ~10 min | €75 |
| Mykonos → Tinos | 10 nm | ~25 min | €300 |
| Santorini (Oia) → Ios | 21 nm | ~45 min | €630 |
| Paros → Antiparos | 1 nm | ~5 min | €30 |
| Paros → Naxos | 12 nm | ~30 min | €360 |
| Naxos → Small Cyclades | 8 nm | ~20 min | €240 |
| Athens (Piraeus) → Hydra | 37 nm | ~70 min | €1295 |
| Hydra → Spetses | 15 nm | ~30 min | €525 |
| Athens (Piraeus) → Aegina | 12 nm | ~25 min | €420 |
| Mykonos Town → Paradise Beach | 3 nm | ~10 min | €90 |
| Santorini (Fira) → Red Beach | 5 nm | ~15 min | €150 |
* Prices shown for up to 4 passengers during daytime. Add 50% for night transfers.
During July-August, book 2-3 days ahead. For popular routes like Mykonos-Delos or sunset transfers, book the morning of. April-June and September-October usually allow same-day booking.
Your fare covers the boat, professional skipper, fuel, port fees, insurance, and basic refreshments (water and soft drinks). Some operators include snorkeling gear and beach towels on request.
Yes! Most operators allow swimming stops or brief beach visits. Discuss your route when booking. Extended stops may incur waiting time charges (typically €50-80/hour).
Safety comes first. Operators cancel when winds exceed 6-7 on the Beaufort scale. You'll receive full refunds for weather cancellations. The calmest months are June-September.
Use our calculator above to estimate costs for any route. For exact quotes and bookings, contact local operators directly or ask your hotel concierge—they often have relationships with reliable captains and may negotiate better rates.
Pro tip: Screenshot your calculation results to show operators. This demonstrates you understand fair pricing and helps avoid tourist markup.
Everything you need to know about booking and using water taxis in the Greek islands.