Kythira To Neapoli Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Kythira → Neapoli — this week
17 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day (3 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 12:00
Kythira to Neapoli Ferry
Kythira to Neapoli -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 6 September 2026.
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Operators: Porfyroussa Maritime.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
This short hop links Diakofti, Kythira's purpose-built ferry port on the island's eastern coast, with Neapoli, a quiet town at the southern tip of the Lakonian peninsula. It's the main lifeline between Kythira and the Peloponnese mainland, used as much by islanders running errands and shipping goods as by visitors threading Kythira into a wider Peloponnese or southern Greece itinerary. Diakofti sits some distance from Chora and Kapsali, the island's older harbour and main town, so factor in a drive either side of the crossing rather than assuming the boat drops you in the centre of things. Neapoli's port, in turn, is a modest working harbour rather than a resort marina -- straightforward to find your way around, with the town itself a short walk or drive away.
The strait between the Peloponnese and Kythira is open water rather than a sheltered channel, so it can turn choppy when the wind gets up, particularly in the exposed months either side of high summer. In calm conditions it's an easy, unremarkable crossing at just over an hour; check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed sailing times before you travel, since departures shift a little through the season. The route runs daily, with more crossings laid on at the height of summer and a steadier, lighter pattern once the season eases.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Kythira to Neapoli:
| 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 | 2.0 |
| August | Yes | 2.5 (2–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.0 |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Kythira to Neapoli — 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 | 11:45, 21:15 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 12:00, 17:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 3 | 12:00, 17:00, 20:30 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 3 | 12:00, 17:00, 20:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 12:00, 17:00, 20:30 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 11:45, 21:15 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 12:00, 17:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 11:45, 21:15 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 12:00, 17:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 12:00, 17:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 3 | 07:30, 12:00, 17:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 07:30, 12:00, 17:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 11:45, 21:15 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 12:00, 17:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Kythira–Neapoli route is served by 1 company:
- Porfyroussa Maritime – approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Tips for the Kythira–Neapoli Ferry
- The ferry approach into a Greek island harbour is often the most beautiful part of the journey – get onto the bow deck 15–20 minutes before arrival.
- If your ferry is cancelled, the operator is required to offer a refund or alternative sailing; head to the operator's quayside office immediately.
- On a sunny day, the sheltered lee side of the vessel (the side facing away from the wind) is the most comfortable spot on the outer deck.
- At the destination port, the gangway opens as soon as the vessel is secured – gather your belongings before arrival so you can disembark promptly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kythira to Neapoli?
2-3 ferries per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 6 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Kythira to Neapoli today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Kythira to Neapoli this week?
Around 17 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day, 3 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Kythira to Neapoli?
The first departure is usually 12:00.
How long is the ferry from Kythira to Neapoli?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Kythira–Neapoli route?
The route is served by Porfyroussa Maritime.
Do you need a car in Kythira?
Yes, this is one island where a car genuinely matters: the port at Diakofti sits about 24km from Chora, the capital, and there's no regular public bus network, just an occasional seasonal service. Rental firms operate at the port itself as well as in Chora and Potamos, and a car is the most practical way to reach Kythira's scattered villages and beaches. Compare rates at Discover Cars.