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How to get from Tinos to Andros by ferry

Dave Briggs
By Dave Briggs · Published 2022-03-09 · Last updated 2026-09-13
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There are several ferries per day sailing from Tinos to Andros island in Greece. Most Tinos Andros ferries take 1 hour and 35 minutes to make the crossing.

Ferry Snapshot: Tinos to Andros

  • 7–10 sailings per day
  • Crossing time from 40 min, up to 1 h 55 min
  • Earliest departure 07:50, latest 22:00
  • Operated by Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Seajets
  • Tickets from €7
  • Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck, lift
Tinos to Andros September 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
07:50Mon–Thu1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
08:25Mon–Fri1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
08:25Mon–Fri1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
08:5513 Sep only40 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
08:55Daily40 minSeajets – Tera Jet 1Book
10:50Tue–Sun1 h 30 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
10:50Daily1 h 30 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
11:05Daily55 minSeajets – Superrunner JetBook
14:00Mon–Fri1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Fast Ferry AndrosBook
14:10Sat only, from 19 Sep45 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
14:30Sat only, from 19 Sep1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
14:35Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros KingBook
14:40Mon–Thu45 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
14:40Sun only1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
14:55Sun only50 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
15:35Sat, Sun, from 19 Sep1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros KingBook
16:50Daily50 minSeajets – Tera Jet 2Book
16:55Mon–Fri, until 18 Sep50 minSeajets – Tera Jet 2Book
17:00Sat, Sun1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Fast Ferry AndrosBook
22:00Wed only1 h 55 minHellenic Seaways – ArtemisBook
…and more departures – check the booking link for the full list.
Tinos to Andros October 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
07:50Mon–Fri1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
08:25Mon–Fri1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
08:25Mon–Fri1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
08:55Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, until 5 Oct40 minSeajets – Tera Jet 1Book
10:50Daily1 h 30 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
10:50Daily1 h 30 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
11:05Daily55 minSeajets – Superrunner JetBook
12:45Sat only1 h 30 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
12:45Sat only, from 10 Oct until 17 Oct1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
13:30Sun only, from 11 Oct until 18 Oct1 h 30 minFast Ferries – Theologos PBook
13:30Sun only, until 25 Oct1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros QueenBook
14:00Mon–Fri1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Fast Ferry AndrosBook
14:103 Oct only45 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
14:303 Oct only1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
14:35Mon–Fri1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros KingBook
14:40Mon–Fri, from 6 Oct until 16 Oct50 minSeajets – Champion JET1Book
14:40Mon, Thu, until 5 Oct45 minSeajets – Champion Jet 3Book
14:40Sat, Sun1 h 35 minSeajets – SuperstarBook
15:35Sat, Sun1 h 35 minGolden Star Ferries – Andros KingBook
17:00Wed, Sat, Sun1 h 35 minFast Ferries – Fast Ferry AndrosBook
…and more departures – check the booking link for the full list.

Snapshot updated 13 September 2026 from published operator timetables (currently released to 31 August 2027). Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this page
  1. Ferries from Tinos island in Greece
  2. Tinos Andros Ferry Route
  3. Tinos To Andros Ferry Operators
  4. Andros Island Travel Tips
  5. How to take a trip from Tinos to Andros FAQ
Best way to get from Tinos to Andros by ferry

Ferries from Tinos island in Greece

Tinos is one of the Cycladic islands, and is located between Mykonos and Andros. You can reach many of the Cyclades islands by ferry from Tinos, and a popular next island to visit is Andros.

For example, if you started your Greek island hopping trip in Mykonos, and want to go back to Athens, stops at Tinos and Andros make a lot of sense. Also, there are many Tinos to Andros ferry services to choose from, making it an easy trip to plan.

You'll love Andros. It is the second largest island in the Cyclades group, and has a chic style to it. If you don't know much about either island, why not check out my guidebook to Andros and Tinos now available on Amazon!

As neither island has an airport, the only way to travel from Tinos to Andros is by ferry.

Check timetables and prices for all the ferry companies sailing the Tinos to Andros ferry route at Ferryscanner.

Tinos Andros Ferry Route

During the the busiest months of summer, there can be upwards of seven ferry connections a day between Tinos and Andros.

The high speed ferries from Tinos going to Andros take around 1 hour and 35 minutes. Slower, conventional ferries sailing to Andros from Tinos island take around 2 hours.

It should come as no surprise that the slower crossing has the cheaper ticket prices. Blue Star Ferries has run a conventional boat on this route in past seasons, though it is not part of every schedule.

The SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, and Fast Ferries ferry companies operate quicker services on this direct route from Tinos to Andros. They sail every day of the week during the high season, and aren't much more expensive.

The easiest way to compare prices, see which ferry companies are sailing on the day you want to travel, and book ferry tickets online is by using Ferryscanner.

Tinos To Andros Ferry Operators

During the high season, you can make trips between Tinos and Andros Greek islands on a number of different ferry companies.

Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries and SeaJets are the companies you will see most often, and Blue Star Ferries has worked this crossing in past seasons too. The snapshot above shows who is sailing at the moment.

As it's only a short distance between the two Greek islands you won't find much difference between them. You'll probably end up booking your ticket based on which crossing from the ferry schedule is more convenient for you.

Andros Island Travel Tips

If you're putting together an itinerary for when you visit Greece, you might find these travel tips for going to the island of Andros useful:
  • Ferries sail from the island's ferry port in Tinos Town in Tinos. Aim to be at the port at least a half hour before your departure is scheduled.

  • Arriving ferries dock at Gavrio port at the destination of Andros.

  • Having your own transport is the best way to get around Andros and reach some of the villages. You can hire cars in the port town but I recommend booking these in advance, especially during the high season.

  • The best areas to stay in a hotel in Andros include Korthi, Chora, Batsi, and Agios Petros. If you are traveling to Andros in the tourist season, I advise reserving hotels in Andros a month or so in advance. I've a guide here on where to stay in Andros.

  • Readers recommend visiting the following beaches in Andros: Achla, Vlychada, Fellos, Grias to Pidima, Chrissi Ammos, Korthi, and Zorkos. If you want to paln your sightseeing itinerary to explore Andros, read my Andros Island Travel Guide.

  • One of the best places to look at ferry schedules and check the price for tickets is at Ferryscanner. If your departure date is in July or August, booking your ticket a few weeks in advance might be a good idea. You don't want it to sell out!



How to take a trip from Tinos to Andros FAQ

Readers sometimes ask these question about traveling to Andros from Tinos include:

How do I get to Andros from Tinos?

The only way to make a trip from Tinos to Andros is to use a ferry. You can expect at least seven ferries a day to sail to Andros from Tinos in season.

Is there an airport on Andros?

There isn't an airport in the Cyclades island of Andros, so the only way to make the journey from Tinos to Andros is to use a ferry.

How long is the ferry crossing from Tinos to Andros?

The ferries to the Greek island of Andros from Tinos take between 1 hour and 35 minutes and 2 hours. Ferry operators on the Tinos Andros route may include Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, and SeaJets.

How do I buy ferry tickets to Andros?

The best place to look at Greek ferries online is Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Tinos to Andros ferry tickets in advance, you could also use a local travel agency in Greece.

Taking the ferry from Tinos to Andros in Greece

For those of you who have been considering a trip to Andros, but don't know how to get there from Tinos or if it's worth the effort, this article has plenty of information that should help.

Have any questions on the ferry route Tinos to Andros? Leave a comment below and I'll get back to you!


How long before departure should I arrive at Tinos port?

Give yourself at least half an hour at the port in Tinos town. That is plenty for a foot passenger, and a little more is wise if you have a car to load.

Dave Briggs, writer at Dave's Travel Pages
Dave Briggs
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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