Ferry from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli)
3h 05m · from €7.00 · 1 operator
Gavrio, Andros to Syros at a glance
Ferries from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 07:00. The crossing takes 3h 05m. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Gavrio, Andros to Syros Route Map
The crossing from Andros to Syros is one of the classic Cyclades connections — two islands that feel quite different from each other, yet sit close enough that the ferry ride is genuinely comfortable. Andros has a green, relatively unhurried character; Syros is urban, architecturally grand, and the administrative capital of the Cyclades. Together they make for a compelling combination, and this route is the direct link between them. Ferries run from March through to the end of September, so the season covers spring shoulder travel all the way through peak summer.
Frequency on this route is roughly one sailing a day across the season. That means timing matters — if you miss your departure, you’re generally waiting until the following day. Book in advance when you can, especially if you’re travelling in July or August, when island-hopping demand across the Cyclades is at its highest.
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Gavrio, Andros to Syros Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Weekly Gavrio, Andros to Syros Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 07:00 | 10:05 | 3h 05m | €7.50 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Artemis sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Do you need a car in Andros?
Practically, yes. The ferry lands at Gavrio in the northwest, while the capital Chora sits around 32km away on the opposite coast, too far for casual bus-hopping between villages. Rental offices operate near the port, and supply tightens in August, so book ahead. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Gavrio, Andros to Syros between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Gavrio, Andros to Syros?
Ferries from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Gavrio, Andros to Syros today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 10 September 2026, at 07:00. Departures fall on Thursday.
How many ferries run from Gavrio, Andros to Syros this week?
1 sailing from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Gavrio, Andros to Syros?
Scheduled departures from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) leave at 07:00.
How long is the ferry from Gavrio, Andros to Syros?
The crossing from Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) takes 3h 05m.
How much does the Gavrio, Andros to Syros ferry cost?
Published fares for the Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) ferry start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Gavrio, Andros to Syros route?
The Andros (Gavrio) to Syros (Ermoupoli) route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Gavrio, Andros to Syros ferry
- Gavrio port is not Andros Town – Chora lies around 32km away on the opposite coast, roughly a 50-minute drive. If you're heading there, check KTEL bus times or arrange a taxi rather than assuming a short hop.
- A KTEL Andros bus meets arriving ferries at Gavrio and runs on to Batsi, Chora and Korthi, but departures from the port can run about 15 minutes late whenever the ferry itself is delayed.
- If you are travelling with a car, check in at Gavrio at least an hour before your sailing – vehicle queues build well before departure, and boarding for cars closes earlier than for foot passengers.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- Once you arrive in Syros, the elegant capital Ermoupoli – with its grand neoclassical town hall, marble-paved Miaouli Square, and the Apollo Theatre – reflects the island's prosperous 19th-century history as the commercial centre of the Aegean. The hilltop medieval settlement of Ano Syros, built by the Venetians around 1200 CE, offers a contrasting older layer of island history.
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