Kythnos has a small local bus network that follows the island’s 2 main roads. Buses link the port at Merichas with Chora, the spa village of Loutra, the traditional village of Dryopida and the seaside area around Kanala. Services are limited and change with the season, so check the current times at the kiosk by the port in Merichas, or ask your accommodation, before you plan your day.
Route one Merichas to Chora to Loutra summer timetable
This route connects the ferry port with the main village and the popular hot springs at Loutra.
Example summer departures. Confirm the current times locally before you travel.
| Departure from Merichas | Route |
|---|---|
| 11:00 | Merichas to Chora to Loutra |
| 14:30 | Merichas to Chora to Loutra |
| 17:30 | Merichas to Chora to Loutra |
| 20:00 | Merichas to Chora to Loutra |
Morning bus Merichas to Chora summer timetable
There is also a morning bus that runs from the port to Chora only, which suits travellers arriving on early ferries.
| Departure from Merichas | Route |
|---|---|
| 08:30 | Merichas to Chora |
Route two Merichas to Dryopida to Kanala summer timetable
This route serves Dryopida and the coastal area around Panagia Kanala, which is known for its church and nearby beaches
| Departure from Merichas | Route |
|---|---|
| 10:45 | Merichas to Dryopida to Kanala |
| 13:30 | Merichas to Dryopida to Kanala |
| 17:30 | Merichas to Dryopida to Kanala |
Notes and contact details
Service is limited compared with larger islands, so plan journeys around these key departures and be aware that buses do not run late at night. For more information you can ask at the information kiosk by the port in Merichas or contact the bus drivers directly using the phone numbers published on local guides and noticeboards.
