Syros to Naxos Ferry
🚢 Syros → Naxos — this week
25 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 4/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 4 ferries — first at 09:15
Syros to Naxos Ferry
Syros to Naxos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 10 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €8 – €60 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Syros to Naxos ferry connects the Cyclades’ administrative capital with its largest island – and it’s a route with something to offer in every season. Service runs year-round, though you’ll find a leaner timetable in the colder months, with frequency building as the weather improves.
Throughout the year there are around 3 ferries per day on average. In summer (June–August), this increases to 4 per day, while winter sees around 1 per day.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Naxos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| May | Yes | 2.7 (2–4) |
| June | Yes | 3.6 (3–4) |
| July | Yes | 3.6 (3–4) |
| August | Yes | 3.5 (3–4) |
| September | Yes | 3.2 (3–4) |
| October | Yes | 2.2 (2–3) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Syros to Naxos — 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 | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 13:30, 17:25 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 13:30, 17:25 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 4 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 09:15, 11:40, 17:25 |
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Tips for the Syros–Naxos 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.
- Fresh air almost always helps with sea sickness – going outside on deck and looking at the horizon is more effective than staying in an enclosed saloon.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Naxos?
1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Syros to Naxos today?
Yes – 4 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Syros to Naxos this week?
Around 25 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 4 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Naxos?
The first departure is usually 09:15.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Naxos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the slowest takes around 3 hours 15 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Syros to Naxos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €8 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €60 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Naxos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
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.
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.