Kythnos To Kimolos Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Kythnos → Kimolos — this week
15 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 09:45
Kythnos to Kimolos Ferry
Kythnos to Kimolos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 40 minutes to 12 hours 45 minutes.
- Operators: Magic Sea Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €10 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Kythnos and Kimolos sit at opposite ends of the western Cyclades, and this crossing is one of the more useful links between them, bringing together a quieter, less-visited pair of islands that don't otherwise see much direct traffic. It isn't a route with dozens of daily departures, so it rewards a bit of planning rather than turning up on spec. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you build the rest of a multi-island itinerary around it.
What you get depends heavily on which operator you book. The fastest option covers the distance in under two hours, which suits anyone treating this as a quick island-hop, while the slowest sailing takes the best part of a day, calling at other ports along the way -- fine if you don't mind the scenery and want to string together stops, less fine if you just want to get from Kythnos to Kimolos. Worth weighing up alongside price when you compare the two booking links below, since the cheap fare and the fast fare aren't always the same sailing.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Kythnos to Kimolos:
| 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 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 2.0 (1–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.2 (2–3) |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
Book ferry port and airport transfers here: Welcome Pickups →
Kythnos to Kimolos — 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 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 09:45, 11:50, 16:45 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 09:45, 11:50, 16:45 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 16:45 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 11:50, 16:45 |
Check availability & book on Ferryscanner →
Ferry Companies
The Kythnos–Kimolos route is served by 3 companies:
- Magic Sea Ferries – approximately 2 hours 40 minutes
- SeaJets – approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 12 hours 45 minutes
Tips for the Kythnos–Kimolos Ferry
- A wide-brimmed hat provides better sun protection than a baseball cap on the open deck of a moving ferry, where the sun comes from multiple angles.
- On very short crossings of under 30 minutes, the vessel may not fully dock – passengers sometimes disembark via a small gangway onto a floating pontoon.
- Do not leave valuables unattended in luggage – ferry saloons are busy places and opportunistic theft, while rare, does occur.
- Always cross-check your ticket details – date, vessel name, passenger count, and vehicle details – before the cancellation window closes.
- In Kimolos, the main settlement of Horio at the foot of Mt Ksaplovouni enchants with its Cycladic simplicity and a castle at its heart. The island's volcanic origins give the landscape a distinctive character, with grey-white rocks rising from crystal-clear waters that the Venetians once called 'silvery'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kythnos to Kimolos?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Kythnos to Kimolos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Kythnos to Kimolos this week?
Around 15 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Kythnos to Kimolos?
The first departure is usually 09:45.
How long is the ferry from Kythnos to Kimolos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes, while the slowest takes around 12 hours 45 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Kythnos to Kimolos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €10 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Kythnos–Kimolos route?
The route is served by Magic Sea Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car on Kimolos?
Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options at Discover Cars.