Cyclades Ferry Guide
Getting around the Cyclades islands is easy with regular ferry services connecting all the main islands. Whether you are travelling from Athens to Santorini, island hopping between Mykonos and Naxos, or exploring the smaller islands like Amorgos and Koufonisia, ferries are the most popular and affordable way to travel.
There are several ferry companies operating in the Cyclades, offering both high speed ferries and traditional slow boats. High speed ferries get you there faster but cost a bit more, while slower ferries are cheaper and give you more time to enjoy the sea views. Most ferries run daily during the summer season, with reduced schedules in winter.
Below you will find all the ferry routes, companies, and schedules to help you plan your island hopping adventure in the Cyclades.
Ferry from Athens Piraeus to Amorgos
Athens Piraeus to Amorgos is a popular Cyclades route that runs all year, with more frequent sailings and faster boats in the summer months. Ferries leave from the main port of Piraeus in Athens and arrive at one of the two ports on Amorgos, Katapola in the south west or Aegiali in the north, so
Ferry from Athens Piraeus to Koufonisia
Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonisia is a year round ferry route from the main port of Athens to the tiny island of Ano Koufonisi, with more frequent sailings and faster boats in spring and summer. Journeys range from around four hours on the quickest high speed ferries to almost nine and a half hours on larger
Ferry from Athens Piraeus to Sifnos
The ferry route from Athens Piraeus to Sifnos is one of the most reliable and popular ways to reach the western Cyclades, linking the busy mainland port of Piraeus with the charming island port of Kamares on Sifnos. Ferries usually run all year round, with more frequent departures from spring to early autumn and slightly
Ferry from Athens Piraeus to Syros
Overview The Athens (Piraeus) to Syros ferry is one of the main gateways from the Greek capital to the Cyclades, operating all year round with more frequent sailings in spring and summer. Ferries usually depart from the main port of Athens at Piraeus and arrive at the island’s capital, Ermoupoli, which is also the main
Ferry from Anafi to Folegandros
Discovering the Ports and Access Anafi Port sits near the main town of Chora, a short walk or taxi ride from most spots on this quiet island east of Santorini. Visitors often arrive by ferry from Piraeus or Santorini first, then head to the harbour via local paths or the handful of taxis available. The
Ferry from Anafi to Ios
General information about the Anafi to Ios ferry route The Anafi to Ios ferry connects two quiet but very different Cycladic islands, so the journey feels like a small island hopping adventure rather than just a transfer. Ferries leave from the small port of Anafi, usually called Agios Nikolaos, which sits below the main village
Ferry from Santorini to Anafi
Travelling from Santorini to Anafi: ports and practical information The Santorini to Anafi ferry route links the busy volcanic island of Santorini with the tiny and very quiet island of Anafi in the south eastern Cyclades. Ferries on this route depart from Athinios, the main ferry port of Santorini, which lies on the west coast
Ferry from Mykonos to Donousa
Mykonos and Donoussa port information The Mykonos to Donoussa ferry route links one of the busiest Cycladic islands with one of the quietest. Sailings for this journey normally begin at the New Port of Mykonos in Tourlos, which is the main ferry harbour for large vessels and is about two kilometres from Mykonos Town. You
Ferry from Mykonos to Schinoussa
Travelling from Mykonos to peaceful Schinoussa The ferry from Mykonos to Schinoussa is one of the loveliest ways to reach the Small Cyclades, combining a busy jet set island with an unspoilt, tranquil retreat. There is normally no direct ferry from Mykonos to Schinoussa, so you travel in two stages, changing boats on the island
Ferry from Mykonos to Iraklia
Mykonos to Iraklia ferry route overview The Mykonos to Iraklia ferry route is a lovely island hopping journey that links the busy party island of Mykonos with the quiet Small Cyclades island of Iraklia. You will normally depart from the New Port of Mykonos at Tourlos, a short taxi or bus ride from Mykonos Town.
