Ferry from Astypalea to Donousa

Astypalea to Donousa takes about two and a half hours on the Blue Star Naxos, part of Blue Star Ferries' line linking the Dodecanese with the eastern Cyclades. It is a conventional ferry making a short leg on a much longer route, usually via Amorgos. A good crossing for sitting out on deck as the small islands come into view.

Donousa is a small, remote island northeast of Naxos and near Amorgos, with very little tourism infrastructure. The port and main settlement, Stavros, is a small harbour village of whitewashed houses where most of the rooms and tavernas are. People come for peaceful beaches, walking tracks across the island and the general absence of crowds.

The route runs around four times a week, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €13.50. Connections to Donousa are limited and seasonal, with Naxos and Amorgos the usual staging posts, so it pays to check return sailings before you commit to dates.

Weekly Astypalea to Donousa Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Astypalea.

Astypalea to Donousa Ferry Fares

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Donousa between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Astypalea to Donousa ferry

• If you feel claustrophobic in enclosed spaces, reserve a window seat or opt for an outdoor berth – the open deck is always available.
• When boarding is announced, move promptly – gangways can be crowded and ferries do occasionally depart a minute or two early once all vehicles are loaded.
• In Donousa, one of the Small Cyclades between Naxos and Amorgos, the pace of life is unhurried and the beaches are genuinely secluded. The island is ideal for swimming and hiking between coves in an authentic, crowd-free setting.

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