How much does the Santorini cable car cost in 2026?

A one-way ticket costs EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children. Luggage is an additional EUR 5 per item. Santorini cable car tickets are sold on-site only at the stations, no online booking. Return tickets aren't sold; you buy one-way at each station.

How long is the Santorini cable car ride?

About 3 minutes from the Old Port to Fira (or the other way), covering 220 metres of vertical distance up the caldera cliff face. It's short, but the panoramic views of the volcanic crater and the Aegean make it one of the island's most memorable experiences.

Where do you buy cable car tickets in Santorini?

Only at the cable car stations: at the Old Port (bottom) or in Fira town (top), near the Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral and Archaeological Museum. No advance purchase, no online booking. Cash or card accepted.

How do I avoid the long cable car queues?

The worst queues happen when cruise ships are in port (typically 9:00 am to 4:00 pm). To avoid them: visit early morning before 9:00 am or late afternoon after 4:00 pm; walk down the 588 steps and take the cable car up only; or check the cruise ship schedule and pick days with fewer ships. If you're arriving by cruise, read our [Santorini cruise port guide](/discover/santorini-cruise-port) for more tips.

Is the donkey ride in Santorini worth it?

We don't recommend the donkey ride due to well-documented animal welfare concerns. The donkeys and mules work long hours in summer heat on steep terrain. The cable car (EUR 10, 3 minutes) and the 588 steps (free, 20-30 minutes down) are both better options, more comfortable, faster, and without ethical concerns.

Can I take luggage on the Santorini cable car?

Yes. Luggage costs EUR 5 per item, in addition to your passenger ticket. The cabins have floor space for bags. If you're arriving from a [cruise ship at Santorini's port](/discover/santorini-cruise-port) with day bags, they ride free on your lap. --- Aroma Suites sits a short walk from the Fira cable car station, with [caldera-view cave suites](/accommodation/jacuzzi-cave-suite) that look out over the same volcanic panorama you'll see from the cable car. [Book direct](https://aromasuites.reserve

Santorini cable car connecting Fira Old Port to town above the caldera cliffs

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Last updated: March 2026

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