Serifos To Kythnos Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Serifos → Kythnos — this week
14 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 11:25
Serifos to Kythnos Ferry
Serifos to Kythnos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 40 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes.
- Operators: Magic Sea Ferries, SeaJets.
- Tickets from: €49 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Serifos and Kythnos sit close together in the western Cyclades, and the short hop between them is one of the more relaxed inter-island crossings you'll find in the group. Livadi, the port on Serifos, is a working harbour a few minutes below the hill-town, with tavernas along the waterfront where you can watch the boats come and go. On the Kythnos side you land at Merichas, a low-key port with a beach right by the quay, useful if you've got time to kill before a bus or taxi up to Chora. Because the two islands sit in the lee of each other, the crossing is generally sheltered rather than exposed, though a stiff meltemi in high summer can still put a chop on the water. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you travel.
Sailing frequency builds through the summer and eases back in the shoulder months either side of it -- see the month-by-month table below for how service actually breaks down across the year. It's a route that suits island-hoppers stringing together a western Cyclades itinerary rather than a fixed day-trip, since the crossing itself is quick and the connecting timetables at both ends tend to be generous in high season.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Serifos to Kythnos:
| 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 | 2.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Serifos to Kythnos — 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 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 14:20 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 11:25, 16:40 |
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Ferry Companies
The Serifos–Kythnos route is served by 2 companies:
- Magic Sea Ferries – approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
- SeaJets – approximately 40 minutes
Tips for the Serifos–Kythnos Ferry
- Watch for swell forecasts as well as wind speed – residual swell from a previous day's storm can make a crossing rough even when current wind is light.
- The 15th of August sees mass movement across the Greek ferry network as families travel to their ancestral islands; this is the single busiest day of the year.
- Port areas in Greek islands are compact but busy on arrival; have your onward transport or accommodation address noted so you can move quickly.
- In Kythnos, the unique double sandy beach of Kolona – a narrow strip of sand connecting the island to the islet of Agios Loukas – is one of the most unusual bathing spots in the Cyclades. The village of Loutra is known for its therapeutic thermal springs, used since ancient times, while the car-free Chora is a classic Cycladic hilltop settlement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Serifos to Kythnos?
2-3 ferries per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Serifos to Kythnos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Serifos to Kythnos this week?
Around 14 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Serifos to Kythnos?
The first departure is usually 11:25.
How long is the ferry from Serifos to Kythnos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 40 minutes, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 10 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Serifos to Kythnos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €49 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Serifos–Kythnos route?
The route is served by Magic Sea Ferries, SeaJets.
Do you need a car on Serifos?
Not strictly. Chora sits on a hill about 4.5km above the port at Livadi, and a bus, roughly fifteen minutes for two euros, runs regularly between the two in summer. A car or scooter, hired from the small handful of offices in Livadi, makes sense for reaching the island's scattered beaches, but book ahead: the rental fleet is limited and August sells out fast. Compare prices at Discover Cars.