Iraklia To Schinoussa Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Iraklia → Schinoussa — this week
9 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 16:10
Iraklia to Schinoussa Ferry
Iraklia to Schinoussa -- 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: 5 minutes to 10 minutes.
- Operators: Small Cyclades Lines, Blue Star Ferries.
- Tickets from: €4 – €4 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Iraklia and Schinoussa sit only a few nautical miles apart in the Small Cyclades, and the crossing between them barely counts as a sea voyage at all -- it's more like stepping from one quiet harbour to the next. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you travel, since operators file each season in stages and the panel is kept current.
Because the hop is so short, the schedule tends to stay light and steady rather than building to a big peak -- a handful of sailings a day at the busiest point of summer, tapering to a similar rhythm either side of it. This is a route islanders and regular visitors use to move between two of the least developed islands in the group, so it isn't built around big passenger volumes -- it's built around getting you there reliably.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Iraklia to Schinoussa:
| 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 Schinoussa — 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 | 13:25, 16:10 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 13:25 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 13:25, 16:10 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 13:25, 16:10 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 13:25 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 13:25, 16:10 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 1 | 16:10 |
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Ferry Companies
The Iraklia–Schinoussa route is served by 2 companies:
- Small Cyclades Lines – approximately 10 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 5 minutes
Small Cyclades Lines is the local workhorse here -- the small vessel that stitches Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisi and Donousa together and doubles as the practical way to island-hop the group without backtracking through a hub port. Blue Star Ferries covers the same stretch on its way through the Small Cyclades on larger conventional ferries, which tends to be the faster of the two crossings despite the extra scale of the ship. Either way, you're not choosing between comfort levels so much as between a local connector and a mainline service that happens to call here.
Tips for the Iraklia–Schinoussa Ferry
- Duty-free shopping is not available on domestic Greek ferry routes; what you see in the onboard shop is ordinary retail pricing.
- Keep valuables – wallet, passport, phone – in a small day bag you carry on board; never leave them in checked luggage or in your car on the car deck.
- Once you arrive in Schinoussa, one of the Small Cyclades, you'll find secluded beaches, charming villages, and an authentically unhurried pace of life well removed from the tourist trail. The island is a fine base for swimming in crystal-clear waters and exploring the local landscape on foot.
Both harbours are small and informal -- there's no need to hunt for a bus or taxi, since everything on Iraklia and Schinoussa is within easy walking distance of the quay. Ticket booths can be minimal or non-existent on the smaller boats, so it's worth having your booking confirmation ready on your phone or printed, and cash on hand in case the kiosk isn't set up for cards. Luggage space is tight on the smaller vessels, so travel light if you can.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Iraklia to Schinoussa today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Iraklia to Schinoussa this week?
Around 9 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
The first departure is usually 16:10.
How long is the ferry from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 5 minutes, while the slowest takes around 10 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Iraklia to Schinoussa ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €4 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €4 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Iraklia–Schinoussa route?
The route is served by Small Cyclades Lines, Blue Star Ferries.