Syros to Koufonisia by ferry
There are three or four ferries sailing directly from Syros to Koufonisia in Greece depending on the month. Here's everything you need to know about getting from Syros to Koufonisia in Greece.
Ferry Snapshot: Syros to Koufonisia
- Sailings on 3 of the next 14 days
- Crossing time from 5 h 10 min
- Earliest departure 21:55, latest 21:55
- Operated by Blue Star Ferries
- Tickets from €31
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, restaurant, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck
Syros to Koufonisia September 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:55 | Tue, Sun | 5 h 10 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Naxos | Book |
Syros to Koufonisia October 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:55 | Tue, Sun | 5 h 10 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Naxos | Book |
Check live times and book: Syros to Koufonisia ferry tickets
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Syros to Koufonissi Direct Ferries
Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries and SeaJets have all offered a direct Syros to Koufonissi ferry crossing in recent seasons, though not every company sails it in a given year.
When SeaJets have sailed the route, they have run the most crossings, and have also been the pricier option. To check the latest prices and to buy a ticket online, use Ferryscanner.
The fastest ferry from Syros going to Koufonisia takes from around 5 hours and 10 minutes. The slowest ferry sailing to Koufonisia from Syros island takes around seven hours and five minutes.
Syros to Koufonisia Ferry Schedule
Current departure times are in the ferry snapshot near the top of this page, updated automatically from published timetables.
Indirect ferries from Syros to Koufonisia
There is another option when it comes to traveling to Koufonisia from Syros, and that is to take an indirect ferry.
What this means is that you would first get a ferry from Syros to another island. Once there, you would disembark, and then take another ferry on to Koufonisia.
The logical choice here, would be to take a ferry from Syros to Naxos, and then take another ferry from Naxos to Koufonisia. Another possible route might be to take a ferry from Syros to Paros, and then another ferry from Paros to Koufonisia.
You'd need to check the available routes at the time you want to travel on Ferryscanner to see what ferry services would be available. Keep in mind that taking an indirect ferry will most likely be more expensive and would take longer in overall travel time.
Koufonisia Island Travel Tips
A few travel tips for visiting Koufonisia:- Ferries leave from Ermoupoli port in Syros. Arriving ferries dock at the main port in Chora in Koufonisia.
- For rooms to rent in Koufonisia, I suggest looking at Booking. They have a great range of accommodation in Koufonisia and areas to consider staying include Chora. If you are traveling to Koufonisia in the busy summer months, I advise reserving hotels in Koufonisia a month or so in advance.
- Koufonissi is famous for its beautiful beaches. Some of my favourite beaches in Koufonisia include: Fanos, Italida, Finikas, Pori, and Ammos. Check out my travel guide here to Koufonisia in Greece.
- The best place to look at Greek ferries online is Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Syros to Koufonisia ferry tickets in advance, especially during the the busiest months of summer.
- For more travel tips on Koufonisia, Syros and other Greek islands subscribe to my newsletter.
- Look here for other Greek islands to travel to after Syros.
- Related blog post suggestion: The Cyclades Island in Greece
How to make a trip from Syros to Koufonisia FAQ
A few of the frequently asked questions about traveling to Koufonisia from Syros include:
How can you get to Koufonisia from Syros?
The only way to make the trip from Syros to Koufonisia is to use a ferry. There are between one and three direct ferries per week sailing to the Greek island of Koufonisia from Syros. Indirect route options going via Naxos may also be possible.
Is there an airport in Koufonisia?
Koufonisia does not have an airport. The closest island with an airport is Naxos, which has flight connections with Athens.
How long is the ferry crossing from Syros to Koufonisia?
The direct ferries to the island of Koufonisia from Syros take between four hours and thirty minutes and five hours and five minutes. Ferry operators on the Syros Koufonisia route may include SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries.
Where do I buy ferry tickets to Koufonisia?
The easiest way to get hold of ferry tickets in Greece is by using Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Syros to Koufonisia ferry tickets as much in advance as you can, but if you are traveling in off-season you might use a local travel agency in Greece a few days before you want to sail.
Which ferry companies sail the Syros Koufonissi route?
SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries have both run ferry crossings between the popular destinations of Syros and Koufonissi in the Cyclades islands, with the line-up varying by season.
How early should I arrive at the port in Syros?
Half an hour before departure is the sensible target. Boarding does not take long, but you want to be there before the ramp closes rather than after.
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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