Naxos to Folegandros Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Folegandros — this week
1 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Next sailing: Friday 24 July at 17:25
Operated by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets · crossing 2h30m–4h
Naxos to Folegandros Ferry
Naxos to Folegandros -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (March to November).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Limited service on Friday.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Naxos to Folegandros ferry route takes you from one of the Cyclades’ largest and most varied islands to one of its most remote and rewarding. Folegandros sits at the southwestern edge of the archipelago, and reaching it by sea from Naxos is the kind of crossing that reminds you why people keep coming back to the Greek islands. Ferries run from March through to November, giving you a generous window across the season.
During the season, you can expect around 1 sailing per day at peak summer, making it straightforward to slot this crossing into your island-hopping plans.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Folegandros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.0 |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | No | – |
Naxos to Folegandros — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-22):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 24 Jul | 1 | 17:25 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 31 Jul | 1 | 17:25 | Blue Star Ferries |
Check availability & book on Ferryscanner →
Tips for the Naxos–Folegandros Ferry
- Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
- If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
- 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 you have a connecting ferry from the same port, check the departure board immediately on disembarking and confirm the gate for your next vessel.
- In Folegandros, the distinctive hilltop Kastro village and the rugged, sun-bleached landscape give the island a wild character unlike most of the Cyclades. A scenic walk from Ano Meria leads to the lighthouse on the southeastern tip, standing watch over the Aegean since 1919.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Naxos to Folegandros?
Typically 1 ferry per day. The route operates from March to November.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Folegandros this week?
Around 1 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Folegandros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2h30m, while the slowest takes around 4h. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 2h30m–4h (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries 3h25m.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Folegandros route?
The route is served by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.