Andros to Kythnos Ferry
🚢 Andros → Kythnos — this week
1 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Andros to Kythnos Ferry
Andros to Kythnos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 10 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Limited service on Thursday.
- Journey time: 6 hours 15 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €12 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Andros to Kythnos ferry route is a useful connection across the northern Cyclades, linking two islands that each reward visitors in quite different ways. Andros — the greenest and arguably most underrated island in the group — sits at the top of the chain, while Kythnos lies further south, quieter still and rarely overrun. Ferries run between them from March through to August, giving you a workable window for most holiday plans.
Sailings are not abundant on this route — you can generally count on around one departure a day during the season — so it is worth checking the timetable early and booking ahead if your dates are fixed. Missing the single daily ferry here is not a situation you want to find yourself in.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Andros to Kythnos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.0 |
| June | Yes | 1.0 |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Andros to Kythnos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
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Tips for the Andros–Kythnos Ferry
- Gavrio port is not Andros Town – Chora lies around 32km away on the opposite coast, roughly a 50-minute drive. If you're heading there, check KTEL bus times or arrange a taxi rather than assuming a short hop.
- A KTEL Andros bus meets arriving ferries at Gavrio and runs on to Batsi, Chora and Korthi, but departures from the port can run about 15 minutes late whenever the ferry itself is delayed.
- If you are travelling with a car, check in at Gavrio at least an hour before your sailing – vehicle queues build well before departure, and boarding for cars closes earlier than for foot passengers.
- If you are travelling overnight with a vehicle, you cannot access the car deck once the vessel is at sea; take everything you need from the car before departure.
- In Kythnos, the unique double sandy beach of Kolona – a narrow strip of sand connecting the island to the islet of Agios Loukas – is one of the most unusual bathing spots in the Cyclades. The village of Loutra is known for its therapeutic thermal springs, used since ancient times, while the car-free Chora is a classic Cycladic hilltop settlement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Andros to Kythnos?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 10 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Andros to Kythnos today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Andros to Kythnos this week?
Around 1 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Andros to Kythnos?
The first departure is usually 07:00.
How long is the ferry from Andros to Kythnos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 6 hours 15 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Andros to Kythnos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €12 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Andros–Kythnos route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car in Andros?
Practically, yes. The ferry lands at Gavrio in the northwest, while the capital Chora sits around 32km away on the opposite coast, too far for casual bus-hopping between villages. Rental offices operate near the port, and supply tightens in August, so book ahead. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.