Ferry from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora)
4h 15m to 4h 35m · from €18.00 · 1 operator
Astypalea to Naxos at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) 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 4h 15m and 4h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €18.00 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 | €18.00 | 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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Naxos 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 | 13 | 12 of 30 | every other day |
| 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 Naxos Route Map
Astypalea to Naxos is the westward run out of the Dodecanese into the central Cyclades, operated by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Naxos. The crossing takes about four hours, usually calling at Amorgos and the small eastern Cyclades on the way. It is a conventional ferry, comfortable enough for a half-day at sea with plenty of deck.
Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades, with fertile farmland, real mountains and long sandy beaches. Ferries come in at Naxos Town, where the Portara, a giant freestanding marble doorway from an unfinished Temple of Apollo, stands on the islet at the harbour entrance. Behind the waterfront is the Venetian Kastro, and inland are mountain villages such as Halki and Apiranthos.
The route runs around four times a week, with the current timetable and fares in the table below. Fares start around €18. Naxos is a major hub, with connections to Paros, Santorini, Mykonos, Piraeus and the small islands of Koufonissia, Schinoussa and Iraklia.
Astypalea to Naxos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €18.00 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 | €18.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos |
Weekly Astypalea to Naxos 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 | 09:00 | 4h 15m | €18.00 | 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 06:00 | 10:35 | 4h 35m | €18.00 | 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Naxos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 04:45 | 09:00 | 4h 15m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 04:45 | 09:00 | 4h 15m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 06:00 | 10:35 | 4h 35m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Naxos?
Ferries from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) 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 Naxos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) 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 Naxos this week?
3 sailings from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) 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 Naxos?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) leave at 04:45 and 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Naxos?
The fastest crossing from Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) takes 4h 15m and the slowest 4h 35m.
How much does the Astypalea to Naxos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) ferry start from €18.00 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 Astypalea to Naxos route?
The Astypalea to Naxos (Chora) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astypalea to Naxos ferry
- The flat bow (prow) area of a large ferry is usually accessible and offers outstanding forward views – one of the best spots to stand during harbour entry.
- Sunglasses are essential on open deck in the Aegean – the reflected glare off the water is very intense, especially in the middle of the day.
- Prices on Greek ferry routes are generally fixed by the operator – unlike airlines, there is no dynamic pricing that rewards booking at odd hours.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
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