Naxos to Tinos Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Tinos — this week
34 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 5/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 5 ferries — first at 09:00
Naxos to Tinos Ferry
Naxos to Tinos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: Several ferries per day (5 daily) during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour to 2 hours 5 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries.
- Tickets from: €25 – €50 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Naxos to Tinos ferry links two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands — the largest and most fertile of the group with the deeply sacred. Tinos is famous throughout the Orthodox world for the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, drawing pilgrims and curious travellers alike, while its inland villages and marble dovecotes offer a quieter, more contemplative side to Greek island life. Getting between the two by sea is a straightforward and scenic crossing.
The route runs from April through to October, with no winter sailings. Frequency builds sharply as summer approaches: expect around one departure daily in April, rising to a full five services per day through June, July, and August. Shoulder months see three to five sailings on most days in September, tapering back to one or two by October.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Tinos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.8 (1–4) |
| June | Yes | 4.9 (4–5) |
| July | Yes | 4.8 (4–5) |
| August | Yes | 4.9 (4–5) |
| September | Yes | 4.3 (3–5) |
| October | Yes | 3.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Naxos to Tinos — 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 | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:30 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 4 | 09:00, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:30 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 4 | 09:00, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 5 | 09:00, 10:05, 11:10, 14:30, 15:00 |
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Tips for the Naxos–Tinos 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.
- Short-hop vessels are often smaller and more susceptible to even minor chop – take seasickness precautions on exposed short routes if you are at all sensitive.
- In Tinos, the Church of Panagia Evangelistria in the island's main town is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, drawing hundreds of thousands of faithful each year. Beyond the port, the island's marble-carved villages and the distinctive marble-latticed dovecotes of the countryside make for rewarding exploration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Naxos to Tinos?
Several ferries per day (5 daily) during the season. Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Naxos to Tinos today?
Yes – 5 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Tinos this week?
Around 34 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 5 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Naxos to Tinos?
The first departure is usually 09:00.
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Tinos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour, while the slowest takes around 2 hours 5 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Naxos to Tinos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €25 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €50 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Tinos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries.
Do you need a car in Tinos?
Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare suppliers 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.