How to get from Athens to Folegandros by ferry
There is at least one ferry a day sailing from Piraeus Port in Athens to Folegandros island in Greece. Here's more about the Athens Folegandros ferry route.
Ferry Snapshot: Athens to Folegandros
- 1–3 sailings per day
- Crossing time from 3 h 40 min, up to 13 h 50 min
- Earliest departure 07:00, latest 14:45
- Operated by Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Seajets
- Tickets from €28
- Departures from Piraeus and Lavrio
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck, lift
Athens to Folegandros September 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 (Lavrio) | Fri only, from 18 Sep until 25 Sep | 13 h 50 min | Hellenic Seaways – Artemis | Book |
| 07:15 (Piraeus) | 13 Sep only | 8 h 15 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
| 07:40 (Piraeus) | 29 Sep only | 4 h 40 min | Seajets – Super Jet 2 | Book |
| 07:40 (Piraeus) | Mon, Wed, from 28 Sep | 4 h 35 min | Seajets – Superjet | Book |
| 09:00 (Piraeus) | Daily, until 21 Sep | 3 h 40 min | Seajets – Olympic Champion Jet | Book |
| 09:00 (Piraeus) | Daily, from 22 Sep | 4 h 30 min | Seajets – Olympic Champion Jet | Book |
| 14:15 (Piraeus) | Mon only | 7 h 20 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
| 14:15 (Piraeus) | Wed only | 8 h 45 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
| 14:45 (Piraeus) | Fri only, from 18 Sep until 25 Sep | 7 h 25 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
Athens to Folegandros October 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 (Lavrio) | Fri only | 13 h 50 min | Hellenic Seaways – Artemis | Book |
| 07:40 (Piraeus) | Daily | 4 h 35 min | Seajets – Super Jet 2 | Book |
| 07:40 (Piraeus) | Daily | 4 h 35 min | Seajets – Superjet | Book |
| 14:15 (Piraeus) | Mon only, until 26 Oct | 7 h 20 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
| 14:15 (Piraeus) | Wed only, from 7 Oct | 8 h 45 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
| 14:45 (Piraeus) | Fri only | 7 h 25 min | Fast Ferries – Dionisios Solomos | Book |
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Folegandros island in Greece
Folegandros has created quite a buzz in recent years as an upcoming destination in Greece. Many people who visit the island straight after Santorini far prefer Folegandros due to its different nature.
Folegandros is developing a reputation as a place to go and enjoy the beaches, and have memorable nights out eating meals in the social atmosphere of Chora, the main town.
The Greek island of Folegandros is the type of place you can enjoy a relaxing vacation, but also find plenty to do. There's some lovely hiking paths to beaches, the Chora is one of the prettiest in the Cyclades islands of Greece, and the sunset view from the Panagia church is amazing!
Related: Best Greek Islands For Beaches
How to get to Folegandros from Athens
While many people visit Folegandros directly from other islands of the Cyclades such as Santorini, the Athens Folegandros ferry trip is also a popular way to get there.
During the summer months, different ferry companies offer a ferry trip from Athens to Folegandros, with the most reliable being SeaJets. They offer a daily high speed ferry leaving in the morning that will get you to Folegandros in about 3 hours and 45 minutes.
These high speed ferries depart from Piraeus port in Athens. The ferry ride is likely to sell out in the high season, so check the up to date ferry schedule and book tickets online at Ferryscanner.
Zante Ferries Athens Folegandros
Using a slower conventional ferry, Zante Ferries have worked the route between Piraeus and Folegandros in recent seasons. The problem with Zante Ferries, is that they leave it until the last minute to update the timetables for their ferry routes!
This means, for example, if you wanted to book an island hopping trip with them in March for ferry travel in August you can't, because their timetables aren't live yet.
If you prefer to leave booking your Greek ferries until the last moment though, you will find them cheaper.
I recommend using Ferryscanner in order to find what times ships sail, and to easily book Folegandros ferry tickets online.
Ferry Schedules and Travel Times
The travel times from Athens to Folegandros can vary as can ticket prices. A general rule of thumb, is that the quicker the boat, the more expensive the ferry ticket!
The quickest boats such as the SeaJets can take 4 hours and 15 minutes from Athens to Folegandros. The slower conventional ferries take a good deal longer.
As Folegandros does not have an airport, flying directly from Athens is not possible. Some people find it convenient to fly into neighbouring Santorini and then take a ferry from Santorini to Folegandros.
It really depends on how much time you want to spend traveling, and what connections are available.
Tips For Traveling To Folegandros
- Booking is the best place to look for hotels in Folegandros. I've a great guide here on where to stay in Folegandros.
- Ferryscanner has the easiest platform to use for researching and booking ferry tickets to Folegandros and other Greek islands online.
- Be at your departure port one hour before your ferry to Folegandros is due to sail.
- There are hotels near Piraeus Port to stay at if your ferry leaves or arrives at odd times.
What to see in Folegandros
The best things to see and do in Folegandros include:
- Stroll around Chora.
- Walk up to Panagia church for sunset.
- Explore the beaches in Folegandros
- Enjoy a sociable evening in Folegandros Chora
- Hike to Katergo beach
- Hike to Livadaki beach
I've a detailed guide here: Best things to do in Folegandros.
FAQ About Traveling To Folegandros
These are some questions people ask about how to get to Folegandros from Athens.
How do you get to Folegandros Greece?
You can get from Athens to Folegandros by ferry from Piraeus Port in Athens. In the summer, there are on average 3 daily ferries to Folegandros from Athens. Folegandros also has connections via ferry to other islands in the Greek Cyclades.
Can I fly to Folegandros island in Greece?
Folegandros does not have its own airport so you can not fly there. The closest airport is in neighbouring Santorini. Some international visitors may find it more convenient to first fly to Santorini, and then take a ferry from Santorini to Folegandros.
How long does the Athens to Folegandros ferry take?
The Athens Folegandros ferry route can take anywhere from 4 to 8 hours depending on which ferry service you use. Generally speaking, faster ferries are more expensive than slower ferries to Folegandros.
How can I book ferry tickets for Folegandros?
The best website to use for booking Folegandros ferry tickets online is Ferryscanner. It is a well laid out site, where you can see ferry schedules and up to date prices for tickets to Folegandros.
What time should I get to the port for the Folegandros ferry?
Give yourself an hour at Piraeus, as it is a big port and finding the right gate takes a while. Half an hour is enough at Lavrio, which is much smaller and simpler to work out.
Should I book a cabin for the Athens to Folegandros ferry?
The longest routings run to well over ten hours, and on those a cabin is worth the extra if you want to arrive rested. On the faster daytime crossings a seat is all you need.
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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