Syros to Serifos Ferry
🚢 Syros → Serifos — this week
2 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Next sailing: Sunday 9 August at 07:00
Syros to Serifos Ferry
Syros to Serifos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Limited service on Tuesday, Sunday.
- Journey time: 4 hours 10 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €8 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Syros to Serifos ferry is a rewarding Cycladic crossing, linking the grand neoclassical capital of Ermoupoli with one of the Western Cyclades’ most quietly spectacular islands. Whether you’re island-hopping through the archipelago or heading directly to Serifos for a slower pace of life, this is a route worth knowing well.
Service runs throughout the year, with around one departure per day on average. Keep in mind that sailings are limited to certain days of the week, so check the schedule carefully before you plan your onward connections.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Serifos:
| 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 Serifos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 07:00 |
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Tips for the Syros–Serifos 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.
- Seasickness wristbands (acupressure) help some travellers and have no side effects – worth trying if you prefer not to take tablets.
- In Serifos, the hilltop Chora perched dramatically above the port is one of the most striking capital towns in the Cyclades, with chapels, churches, and windmills scattered through its whitewashed lanes. The island's beaches are never overcrowded, and the walking trails connecting them reward those who prefer to explore on foot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Serifos?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
How many ferries run from Syros to Serifos this week?
Around 2 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
How long is the ferry from Syros to Serifos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 4 hours 10 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Syros to Serifos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €8 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Serifos route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.
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.
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.