Ferries from Syros to Folegandros island in Greece
There are normally three ferries per week sailing from Syros to Folegandros island in Greece during the summer months. This guide shows you how to arrange ferry tickets, provides travel tips, and more!
Ferry Snapshot: Syros to Folegandros
- Sailings on 4 of the next 14 days
- Crossing time from 5 h 40 min, up to 7 h 20 min
- Earliest departure 07:00, latest 13:30
- Operated by Hellenic Seaways
- Tickets from €12
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, cafe bar, Wi-Fi, outside deck, lift, pets allowed
Syros to Folegandros September 2026 Ferry Timetable
Syros to Folegandros October 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:30 | Fri only | 7 h 20 min | Hellenic Seaways – Artemis | Book |
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Folegandros island in Greece
Folegandros is one of the up and coming destinations in the Cyclades island chain in Greece. Much lower key than more famous destinations such as Santorini, it offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for travelers who are prepared to spend a few hours reaching Folegandros by ferry.
If you're planning to visit Folegandros directly after Syros, you'll be pleased to know that there are three direct ferries per week during the summer tourist season. SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries have both run these ferries to Folegandros from Syros in past seasons.
Ferries from Syros to Folegandros
The fastest ferry from Syros going to Folegandros takes around three hours and forty minutes. The travel time for the slowest ferry boat sailing to Folegandros from Syros island takes around seven and a half hours.
You can generally expect faster ferries to have more expensive tickets prices. The best place to look at up to date schedules and book tickets online is Ferryscanner.
If you feel that the ferry frequency doesn't give you enough flexibility in your travel plans, you could also put together an indirect route via a third island. Some islands to consider taking the indirect route, and swapping ferries at, include Sifnos, Paros and Naxos.
Folegandros Island Travel Tips
A few travel tips for visiting the island of Folegandros:- Ferries leave from Ermoupoli port in Syros. Ferries arrive at Karavostasis ferry port in Folegandros.
- For accommodation in Folegandros, have a look at Booking. They have a great range of rooms to rent in Folegandros and areas to consider staying include Ano Meria, Karavostasis, Agali, and Chora. If you are traveling to Folegandros in the peak travel season, I advise reserving where to stay in Folegandros a month or so in advance.
- For some quality beach time, head to these beaches in Folegandros: Katergo, Agali, Vardia, Agios Nikolaos, and Livadaki. I really enjoyed the hike to Katergo Beach. You can read about it here: Hiking to Katergo Beach in Folegandros. You might also like to check out my video on: Hiking to Livadaki Beach in Folegandros
- The easiest way to look at ferry companies timetables and to get hold of ferry tickets in Greece is by using Ferryscanner. I think it's better to book your Syros to Folegandros ferry tickets in advance, especially during the busy summer months.
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- Start planning your Folegandros itinerary: Things to do in Folegandros
How to travel from Syros to Folegandros FAQ
A few of the questions readers ask about traveling to Folegandros from Syros include:
How can you get to Folegandros from Syros?
The best way to take a trip from Syros to Folegandros is by ferry. There are up to 3 ferries per week sailing to the Greek island of Folegandros from Syros. It is not possible to fly from Syros to Folegandros.
Is there an airport on Folegandros?
The island of Folegandros in Greece does not have an airport. The closest islands with airports to Folegandros are Milos and Santorini which both have flight connections with Athens.
How many hours is the ferry from Syros to Folegandros?
The ferries to the Cyclades island of Folegandros from Syros take between three hours and forty minutes and seven and a half hours. Ferry operators on the Syros Folegandros route may include SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries.
Where do you get ferry tickets to Folegandros?
One of the best places to look at ferry schedules and to book tickets online is at Ferryscanner. Although I think it's better to book your Syros to Folegandros ferry tickets in advance, you could also wait until you are in Greece, and use a travel agency.
Wrapping up:
Ferry companies that have sailed between the Cyclades islands of Naxos and Folegandros include SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries. The ferry connection from Syros to Folegandros takes from around 5 and a half hours depending on which boat you take. f you're planning to visit this beautiful Cyclades Island, be sure to book your tickets in advance for the Folegandros ferry route in case they sell out!
I hope that these travel tips will help make your trip as seamless as possible. Do you have any questions about which ferry company to use, or have any tips to leave others about the Syros Folegandros ferry route? Please leave a comment below!
How early should I get to the ferry in Syros?
Half an hour before departure works fine at Ermoupoli. It is a straightforward port and you will not spend long looking for your boat.
Should I book a cabin for the crossing to Folegandros?
The crossing runs to well over six hours, so a cabin is a sensible extra if you want somewhere quiet to rest along the way. If you would rather not pay for one, get on board early and claim a decent seat inside.
Dave is a UK travel writer living in Athens since 2015. With 20 years of firsthand travel experience and over 80,000 km of bicycle touring across six continents, he's been blogging at Dave's Travel Pages since 2005. Every guide is based on places he's actually been.
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