Syros to Iraklia Ferry Travel
Whilst there are occasional direct weekly ferries from Syros to Iraklia in Greece, it may be best to take an indirect ferry via Naxos for maximum travel flexibility. This guides shows you how to best travel from Syros to Iraklia in Greece by ferry.
Ferry Snapshot: Syros to Iraklia
- Sailings on 3 of the next 14 days
- Crossing time from 4 h 05 min
- Earliest departure 21:55, latest 21:55
- Operated by Blue Star Ferries
- Tickets from €19.50
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, restaurant, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck
Syros to Iraklia September 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:55 | Tue, Sun | 4 h 05 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Naxos | Book |
Syros to Iraklia October 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:55 | Tue, Sun | 4 h 05 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Naxos | Book |
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How to get from Syros to Iraklia
Although geographically speaking the Greek islands of Syros and Iraklia are not too far apart, getting from Syros to Iraklia is not always straightforward.
The frequency depends a lot on the time of year you want to travel, and how busy the ferry operators think the route might be.
For the most part though, if you absolutely have to visit Iraklia straight after Syros, you might be best getting a ferry from Syros to Naxos first, and then another ferry from Naxos to Iraklia.
Syros Iraklia Ferries
Direct ferries sailing from Syros to Iraklia have at times been operated by Saos ferries. This came as a bit of a surprise to me, because I had only ever seen Saos ferries in the Dodecanese islands of Greece!
As you can tell, taking a direct ferry wouldn't give you much in the way of flexibility on when to travel between these two islands in Greece.
I think that the best option would be to take an indirect ferry via either Naxos or Paros. This way, you could pretty much travel on any day of the week, and you'd also get to enjoy a genuine Greek island hopping experience!
Indirect ferries to Iraklia from Syros
One of the good things about traveling around the islands of the Cyclades, is that you can hop between islands. This means that there are multiple different ways of getting from one island to another.
For example, one way to get from Syros to Iraklia island, would be to go via Naxos first. Another choice would be to go via Paros. These travel guides might help you decide:
You can also plan an indirect ferry route such as this by using Ferryscanner. This site is the one I use myself when traveling around the Greek islands, and they have genuine prices, unlike a lot of other sites you may find online!
Iraklia Island Travel Tips
A few travel tips for visiting the Greek island of Iraklia from Syros:- Ferries sail from Ermoupoli port in Syros. Ferries arrive at Agios Georgios port in Iraklia.
- For places to stay in Iraklia, I suggest looking at Booking. They have a great choice of where to stay in Iraklia and areas to consider staying include Agios Georgios, and Livadi. I've a guide here to where to stay in Iraklia, which includes some places you might not find anywhere else!
- For some quality beach time, head to these beaches in Iraklia: Livadi Beach, Agios Georgios, Karvounolakkos, and Alimia. I've a complete guide to Iraklia island here: Things to do in Iraklia, Greece.
- Ferryscanner is perhaps the easiest site to use when it comes to booking Ferry tickets online. I think it's better that you book your Syros to Iraklia ferry tickets in advance, especially during the busiest time of summer.
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- Did you know that I co-wrote a travel guide to Iraklia now available on Amazon at a ridiculously cheap price? Check it out here: Schinoussa and Iraklia in Greece.
How to take the journey from Syros to Iraklia FAQ
Readers sometimes ask these question about traveling to Iraklia from Syros:
How do you get to Iraklia from Syros?
The best way to go to from Syros to Iraklia island in Greece is by ferry. The ferry snapshot near the top of this page shows the sailings currently listed.
Is there an airport on Iraklia?
The island of Iraklia in Greece is too small to have an airport. The closest airport to Iraklia is on Naxos, which has connections with Athens.
How many hours is the ferry from Syros to Iraklia?
The ferries to the Cyclades island of Iraklia from Syros take from around 4 hours and 5 minutes.
Where can I buy tickets for the ferry to Iraklia?
The best place to look at Greek ferries online is Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Syros to Iraklia ferry tickets in advance, but you might also go to a travel agency in Greece after you arrive.
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What time should I arrive at the ferry port in Syros?
Thirty minutes before departure is the sensible minimum at Ermoupoli. Arriving early also means you can watch for your boat coming in rather than rushing for it.
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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