Folegandros to Syros Ferry

Folegandros to Syros Ferry

Travelling from Folegandros to Syros puts two very different islands on the same itinerary — and that contrast is exactly what makes the pairing worthwhile. Folegandros is small, unhurried, and refreshingly free of the mass tourism that overwhelms some of its Cycladic neighbours, while Syros is the administrative and cultural capital of the archipelago, a place with grand neoclassical architecture and a genuine year-round city life. Ferries connect the two throughout the year, so you are not constrained to a particular season to make this crossing.

On average, one ferry a day links Folegandros and Syros, and that rhythm holds across most of the year. It is not a route with a dense timetable, so a little planning goes a long way — particularly if you have a tight connection at either end.

Monthly Schedule Overview

Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Folegandros to Syros:

Month	Available	Avg. Ferries/Day
January	Not yet published	–
February	Yes	1.0
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	–

Folegandros to Syros — next 14 days

Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):

Date	Sailings	Departure times
Sat 8 Aug	1	10:30
Sat 15 Aug	1	10:30

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Tips for the Folegandros–Syros 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.
• Pets must be kept in the designated pet area and may not enter passenger saloons; bring a lead and any food or water your pet needs for the crossing.
• Once you arrive in Syros, the elegant capital Ermoupoli – with its grand neoclassical town hall, marble-paved Miaouli Square, and the Apollo Theatre – reflects the island's prosperous 19th-century history as the commercial centre of the Aegean. The hilltop medieval settlement of Ano Syros, built by the Venetians around 1200 CE, offers a contrasting older layer of island history.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Folegandros to Syros?

Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 12 September 2026.

How many ferries run from Folegandros to Syros this week?

Around 1 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).

How long is the ferry from Folegandros to Syros?

The fastest crossing takes approximately 6 hours 55 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.

How much does the Folegandros to Syros ferry cost?

Ticket prices start from €12 per person for a standard seat.

Which ferry companies operate the Folegandros–Syros route?

The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.

Can you rent a car in Syros?

Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers 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.