Folegandros to Serifos Ferry
🚢 Folegandros → Serifos — this week
10 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day (2 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 15:20
Folegandros to Serifos Ferry
Folegandros to Serifos -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 2 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours.
- Operators: SeaJets, Fast Ferries.
- Tickets from: €58 – €70 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Folegandros to Serifos ferry route is one of the more rewarding connections in the western Cyclades, linking two islands that remain genuinely off the beaten track despite their considerable appeal. If you’re travelling between these two destinations, the ferry is your only practical option — and it’s a fine one, with open water views and the kind of slow pace that reminds you why the islands are worth visiting in the first place.
The route runs from March through to the end of October. At peak summer you can count on around 1 to 3 departures per day, with frequency dropping back to around 1 per day during the quieter shoulder months at either end of the season.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Folegandros to Serifos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.4 (1–3) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Folegandros to Serifos — 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 | 15:20 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 14:20, 15:20 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 15:20, 15:45 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 12:10, 15:20 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 14:20, 15:20 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 15:20, 15:45 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 12:10, 15:20 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 1 | 15:20 |
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Tips for the Folegandros–Serifos Ferry
- Take the local bus from Karavostasis to Chora, about 4km away – services are timed to meet ferry arrivals and departures, or use a taxi for the short uphill run to the main village.
- Arrive at the port in Karavostasis at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry is due to sail, since boarding and any last-minute schedule changes need time to sort out.
- Build a buffer day into your Folegandros trip: the island's ferry routes are among the first suspended when gale-force meltemi winds hit the exposed Aegean crossings in summer.
- The Cyclades are more exposed to the meltemi than the Dodecanese, which are sheltered by the Turkish coast – a relevant factor when comparing summer sea conditions.
- In Serifos, the hilltop Chora perched dramatically above the port is one of the most striking capital towns in the Cyclades, with chapels, churches, and windmills scattered through its whitewashed lanes. The island's beaches are never overcrowded, and the walking trails connecting them reward those who prefer to explore on foot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Folegandros to Serifos?
1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
Are there ferries from Folegandros to Serifos today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Folegandros to Serifos this week?
Around 10 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day, 2 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Folegandros to Serifos?
The first departure is usually 15:20.
How long is the ferry from Folegandros to Serifos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2 hours 25 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Folegandros to Serifos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €58 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €70 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Folegandros–Serifos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries.
Do you need a car on Serifos?
Not strictly. Chora sits on a hill about 4.5km above the port at Livadi, and a bus, roughly fifteen minutes for two euros, runs regularly between the two in summer. A car or scooter, hired from the small handful of offices in Livadi, makes sense for reaching the island's scattered beaches, but book ahead: the rental fleet is limited and August sells out fast. Compare prices at Discover Cars.
Do you need a car on Folegandros?
Not essential. Folegandros is small, and the bus that meets every ferry runs the 3.5km from the port at Karavostasis up to Chora in about ten minutes for a couple of euros. A car or scooter becomes useful once you want to reach the beaches below Ano Meria or Agali, which the bus does not serve directly. Rental desks operate in Chora, Karavostasis and Ano Meria; compare prices at Discover Cars.