Naxos to Folegandros Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Folegandros — this week
1 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 17:25
Naxos to Folegandros Ferry
Naxos to Folegandros -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Limited service on Friday.
- Journey time: 2 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- Operators: SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €10 – €77 per person.
- 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 | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| 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 | Not yet published | – |
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Naxos to Folegandros — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 17:25 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 17:25 |
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Tips for the Naxos–Folegandros Ferry
- Expect a short walk into town – Naxos port sits right at the edge of Chora, with shops, cafés and the Portara landmark only a few minutes away, so you will not need a taxi if your accommodation is central.
- Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure and confirm your departure gate on the day, since Naxos is one of the busiest Cycladic ports, with several operators and vessels often docked at once.
- If you are catching the Express Skopelitis local ferry to the Small Cyclades, it usually berths away from the main quay used by Blue Star and the high-speed ferries, so check where it is tied up when you arrive.
- If you are prone to seasickness and see a Force 5–6 forecast, take preventive medication the night before as well as on the morning of travel.
- 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. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Folegandros this week?
Around 1 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Naxos to Folegandros?
The first departure is usually 17:25.
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Folegandros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Naxos to Folegandros ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €10 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €77 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Folegandros route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car on Folegandros?
Not essential. Folegandros is small, and the bus that meets every ferry runs the 3.5km from the port at Karavostasis up to Chora in about ten minutes for a couple of euros. A car or scooter becomes useful once you want to reach the beaches below Ano Meria or Agali, which the bus does not serve directly. Rental desks operate in Chora, Karavostasis and Ano Meria; compare prices at Discover Cars.
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.