How much does the Santorini cable car cost in 2026?

EUR 10 one way for adults. EUR 5 for children. Luggage is another EUR 5 per item. Santorini cable car tickets are sold on-site only at the stations, no online booking, no advance purchase. Return tickets don't exist; 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 reverse), covering 220 metres of vertical distance up the caldera cliff face. Short ride. But the panoramic views of the volcanic crater and the Aegean make those three minutes something you'll remember.

Where do you buy cable car tickets in Santorini?

Only at the 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.

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. Your options: visit early morning before 9:00 am or late afternoon after 4:00 pm; walk down the 588 steps and only take the cable car up; check the cruise ship schedule and pick days with fewer ships in port. Arriving by cruise? Our [Santorini cruise port guide](/discover/santorini-cruise-port) has more.

Is the donkey ride in Santorini worth it?

We don't recommend it. The animal welfare concerns are well-documented, 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 no ethical baggage.

Can I take luggage on the Santorini cable car?

Yes. Luggage costs EUR 5 per item on top of 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 just a day bag, it rides free on your lap. --- --- Internal Links: - Parent pillar: [Things to Do in Santorini](/discover/things-to-do-santorini) - Cross-cluster: [Santorini Cruise Port Guide](/discover/santorini-cruise-port) | [Fira, Santorini Guide](/discover/fira-santorini-guide) | [Santorini

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

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Santorini Cable Car: Price, Hours & Queue Tips (2026 Update)

Last updated: March 2026

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