Syros to Folegandros Ferry
🚢 Syros → Folegandros — this week
2 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 13:30
Syros to Folegandros Ferry
Syros to Folegandros -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 11 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Limited service on Wednesday, Friday.
- Journey time: 5 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €12 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Syros and Folegandros sit at opposite ends of the personality spectrum in the Cyclades, and that contrast is part of what makes this crossing worthwhile. Syros is the archipelago's administrative capital -- cosmopolitan, year-round, with a working harbour and neoclassical architecture that sets it apart from the whitewashed postcard islands. Folegandros is the opposite: small, unhurried, and deliberately under the radar. Getting between them by ferry is the most straightforward option, and for a good stretch of the year, the service runs daily.
The route operates from February through to September, which gives you a solid window to plan around. A single departure per day is typical, so timing matters -- miss the boat and you are waiting until tomorrow. Book ahead in July and August when demand on smaller Cycladic routes tightens quickly.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Folegandros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.0 |
| June | Yes | 1.0 |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Syros 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 | 13:30 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
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Tips for the Syros–Folegandros Ferry
- The ferry quay sits right in Ermoupoli town centre, close to hotels, cafés and the bus station, so you can walk to most accommodation. In peak summer, arrive at least an hour early, or 60–90 minutes if you're bringing a car.
- There's no single ferry ticket office at the port – tickets are issued by several independent travel agencies clustered near the harbour, so check your booking confirmation for pickup details rather than expecting one terminal counter.
- A taxi rank is around 100 metres from the quay, but ranks empty fast in August, so pre-book a taxi or arrange a hotel transfer in advance rather than relying on hailing one on arrival.
- Bring your own food for overnight crossings if you are budget-conscious – a supermarket picnic before boarding is a fraction of the onboard price.
- 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 Syros to Folegandros?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 11 September 2026.
How many ferries run from Syros to Folegandros this week?
Around 2 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Folegandros?
The first departure is usually 13:30.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Folegandros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 5 hours 40 minutes, while the slowest takes around 7 hours 20 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Syros to Folegandros ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €12 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Folegandros route?
The route is served by 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.
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.