Ferry from Astypalea to Donoussa
3h to 3h 15m · from €13.50 · 1 operator
Astypalea to Donoussa at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Donoussa are scheduled 3 times over the next 7 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 04:45 and the latest is 06:00. The crossing takes between 3h and 3h 15m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €13.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €13.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | €13.50 | Book now |
| CABIN AB4 inside | €35.00 | Book now |
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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Donoussa through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in July (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 10 | 10 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 16 | 16 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 18 | 18 of 31 | every other day |
| August 2026 | 18 | 18 of 31 | every other day |
| September 2026 | 14 | 14 of 30 | every other day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Astypalea to Donoussa Route Map
Astypalea to Donoussa 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.
Donoussa 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 Donoussa are limited and seasonal, with Naxos and Amorgos the usual staging posts, so it pays to check return sailings before you commit to dates.
Astypalea to Donoussa Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €13.50 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 | €13.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| CABIN AB4 inside | cabin | €35.00 |
| CABIN A4 outside | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4PET 4 Bed Cabin (Bunk Beds) - Pets Allowed | cabin | €37.00 |
| ECO Deck | passenger | €13.50 |
| NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATS | passenger | €22.50 |
| BSN Business Class Lounge | passenger | €30.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Weekly Astypalea to Donoussa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 04:45 | 07:45 | 3h | €13.50 | 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 06:00 | 09:15 | 3h 15m | €13.50 | 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Donoussa between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 04:45 | 07:45 | 3h | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 04:45 | 07:45 | 3h | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 06:00 | 09:15 | 3h 15m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Donoussa?
Ferries from Astypalea to Donoussa are scheduled 3 times over the next 7 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astypalea to Donoussa today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Donoussa today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 October 2026, at 04:45. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Donoussa this week?
3 sailings from Astypalea to Donoussa are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Donoussa?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Donoussa leave at 04:45 and 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Donoussa?
The fastest crossing from Astypalea to Donoussa takes 3h and the slowest 3h 15m.
How much does the Astypalea to Donoussa ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Donoussa ferry start from €13.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €35.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Astypalea to Donoussa route?
The Astypalea to Donoussa route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astypalea to Donoussa 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 Donoussa, 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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