Syros to Sikinos Ferry

Book Syros to Sikinos ferries in 2026 with daily departures February-August.

Syros to Sikinos Ferry

Sikinos is one of the quieter corners of the Cyclades -- small enough that you can walk most of it, unhurried enough that you might actually want to. From Syros, a single daily ferry connects these two islands for most of the year, running from February through August. It is not the flashiest route in the Aegean, but it gets you somewhere genuinely worth reaching.

Syros itself deserves more than a passing glance. The capital, Ermoupoli, is the administrative centre of the Cyclades and one of the finest neoclassical port towns in Greece -- grand squares, marble streets, and a working harbour that feels lived-in rather than preserved for tourism. Arriving or departing here is a pleasure in itself.

For the crossing, expect a sailing time that varies depending on which islands the ferry stops at along the way. Check the current timetable carefully and book ahead, particularly in July and August when capacity on this quieter route fills up faster than you might expect.

Monthly Schedule Overview

Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Sikinos:

Month	Available	Avg. Ferries/Day
January	No	–
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	No	–
November	No	–
December	No	–

Tips for the Syros–Sikinos Ferry

• If you are prone to seasickness, pick up dimenhydrinate tablets from a Greek pharmacy before you board -- they are cheap, widely available, and work well for most people. Take one an hour before sailing, not when you are already feeling green.
• When the ferry is docking, the PA system will direct passengers to the correct gangway. Pay attention -- on smaller vessels the announcements can be easy to miss over the engine noise, and you do not want to be the last one off.
• The open deck in summer is glorious, but two hours in direct Aegean sun without sunscreen is a serious mistake. Even on a short crossing, bring it and use it.
• If your plans change, adjust your ticket online rather than at the port ticket office. Handling fees at the port window add up, and the online process is usually straightforward.
• Sikinos rewards slow travel. The hilltop Chora -- really two settlements, Kastro and Chorio, grown together over centuries -- has a Folklore Museum, traditional tavernas and a pace of life that feels genuinely unhurried. Down at the port of Alopronia, a sandy bay ringed by waterfront tavernas, there is very little pressure to do anything at all.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Syros to Sikinos?

Typically 1 ferry per day, February to September. Service runs year-round.

Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Sikinos route?

Multiple ferry companies operate this route. Check current schedules for the latest operators.