Iraklia To Naxos Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Iraklia → Naxos — this week
9 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 10:40
Iraklia to Naxos Ferry
Iraklia to Naxos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Operators: Small Cyclades Lines, Blue Star Ferries.
- Tickets from: €6 – €7 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Iraklia is the smallest and quietest of the inhabited Lesser Cyclades, a single-street harbour with a handful of rooms to let and none of the crowds that build up on its bigger neighbour. Naxos, by contrast, is the hub of the group -- a proper town with banks, a hospital, an airport and a harbour that never really goes quiet in season. The short hop between the two is as much a lifeline for islanders as it is a route for visitors, which is part of why it keeps running reliably through the warmer months even though the boats involved are modest in size.
Because this is a local run rather than a mainline crossing, the number of sailings stays fairly constant through the season rather than swelling dramatically in August the way routes out of Piraeus do. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates and departure times before you travel, since operators file their timetables in stages and small-boat schedules can shift with notice.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Iraklia to Naxos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Iraklia to Naxos — 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 | 2 | 11:40, 21:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 11:40 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 21:00 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 21:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 21:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 11:40 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 21:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 21:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 1 | 10:40 |
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Ferry Companies
The Iraklia–Naxos route is served by 2 companies:
- Small Cyclades Lines – approximately 1 hour 25 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 1 hour
Tips for the Iraklia–Naxos Ferry
- Air conditioning inside Greek ferries can be set very cold, especially in summer – keep a light layer in your day bag even in hot weather.
- If you booked through a third-party agent, you may still need to collect a physical ticket at the port – check your booking confirmation carefully.
- On routes served by high-speed catamarans, all seats are assigned – choose seats towards the centre of the vessel for the smoothest ride in choppy conditions.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Iraklia to Naxos?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Iraklia to Naxos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Iraklia to Naxos this week?
Around 9 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Iraklia to Naxos?
The first departure is usually 10:40.
How long is the ferry from Iraklia to Naxos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Iraklia to Naxos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €6 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €7 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Iraklia–Naxos route?
The route is served by Small Cyclades Lines, Blue Star Ferries.
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.