Syros to Kimolos Ferry
🚢 Syros → Kimolos — this week
3 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 13:30
Syros to Kimolos Ferry
Syros to Kimolos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Ferries sail several days per week.
- Journey time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 9 hours.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €12 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Syros to Kimolos ferry links two very different islands: the urbane capital of the Cyclades and a raw, volcanic island that remains well off the tourist trail. This is a year-round connection, which means Kimolos is accessible even when other more remote routes have shut down for the season.
You can expect around 1 ferry per day throughout the year, sailing on several days per week. It’s a modest frequency, so a little advance planning goes a long way.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Kimolos:
| 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 Kimolos — 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 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
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Tips for the Syros–Kimolos 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.
- A lightweight drybag or small tote is handy for beach days on islands – it doubles as your day bag on short crossings when you leave your main bag at the hotel.
- In Kimolos, the main settlement of Horio at the foot of Mt Ksaplovouni enchants with its Cycladic simplicity and a castle at its heart. The island's volcanic origins give the landscape a distinctive character, with grey-white rocks rising from crystal-clear waters that the Venetians once called 'silvery'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Kimolos?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
How many ferries run from Syros to Kimolos this week?
Around 3 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Kimolos?
The first departure is usually 13:30.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Kimolos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 6 hours 20 minutes, while the slowest takes around 9 hours. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Syros to Kimolos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €12 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Kimolos route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car on Kimolos?
Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options 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.