Ferry from Apollonia (Milos) to Kimolos (Psathi)

Apollonia, on the northeast coast of Milos, is the departure point for the short hop across to Kimolos, and the crossing takes about twenty-five minutes. Blue Gem MC runs it with the Osia Methodia, a small vehicle-carrying boat that shuttles back and forth across the strait. It is one of the most frequent short crossings in the Cyclades.

Kimolos is a small volcanic island immediately northwest of Milos, quiet and low-key with village life rather than nightlife. Boats dock at Psathi, a small harbour on the east coast, a short walk or drive from the main town, Chorio. Chorio has a Venetian-era kastro at its heart, and the island's unspoilt beaches and walking routes are the main draw for day visitors and longer stays alike.

The shuttle runs many times a day through the season, which makes a day trip from Milos straightforward without much planning. Current sailings and fares are shown in the table below. Apollonia is reached by road from Adamas, Milos's main port, in about twenty minutes.

Apollonia to Kimolos Ferry Fares

No published fares for this route yet.

Weekly Apollonia to Kimolos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Do you need a car on Kimolos?

Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Apollonia to Kimolos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Apollonia to Kimolos ferry

• Lightning storms are possible in spring and autumn; they are usually short-lived and rarely affect ferry operations, but can cause brief delays at loading.
• Ferry cancellations are announced on the operator's website and app, and also through the Hellenic Coast Guard (limenarxeio) at the departure port.
• Some routes in the Dodecanese chain only operate in full summer mode from June; May sailings may be less frequent than the website implies.
• In Kimolos, the main settlement of Horio at the foot of Mt Ksaplovouni enchants with its Cycladic simplicity and a castle at its heart. The island's volcanic origins give the landscape a distinctive character, with grey-white rocks rising from crystal-clear waters that the Venetians once called 'silvery'.

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