Ferry from Diakofti to Gythio
2h 30m · from €10.00 · 1 operator
Diakofti to Gythio at a glance
Ferries from Diakofti to Gythio are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. Departures in that window are at 12:45. The crossing takes 2h 30m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €10.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | 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 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Diakofti to Gythio through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (most days).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| November 2025 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| December 2025 | 6 | 6 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 6 | 6 of 31 | about once a week |
| February 2026 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 10 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 19 | 19 of 31 | every other day |
| August 2026 | 23 | 23 of 31 | most days |
| September 2026 | 11 | 11 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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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.
Diakofti to Gythio Route Map
Kythira to Gythio is the shortest of the island's mainland links, about two and a quarter hours on the Seajets vessel Aqua Jewel. The boat crosses the Laconian Gulf towards the Mani coast, and the approach into Gythio is an attractive one. It is a manageable crossing that does not eat the whole day.
Gythio is a neoclassical harbour town in Laconia, historically the port of ancient Sparta, with coloured buildings running along the quayside. The islet of Marathonisi, linked by a causeway, is the town's set piece and carries the legend of Paris and Helen. Travellers use it as a base for the Diros Caves and for exploring the Mani peninsula.
Sailings run most days in the summer months and drop back sharply out of season. The current departures and fares are shown in the table below. There is enough of a town at Gythio to sort out a hire car, and the road north leads to Sparta and Tripoli for onward buses.
Diakofti to Gythio Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.00 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 | €10.00 | Seajets | Aqua Jewel |
Weekly Diakofti to Gythio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 10:40 | 13:00 | 2h 20m | €10.00 | 2027-07-11 to 2027-09-12 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 10:50 | 13:20 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2026-12-27 to 2027-01-03 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 11:15 | 13:45 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2027-04-30 to 2027-04-30 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 12:00 | 14:30 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2027-05-03 to 2027-05-03 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 12:40 | 14:50 | 2h 10m | €10.00 | 2027-07-06 to 2027-09-10 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2026-10-17 to 2027-10-30 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2026-12-30 to 2027-01-06 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 13:30 | 15:40 | 2h 10m | €10.00 | 2027-07-05 to 2027-09-11 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 17:30 | 20:00 | 2h 30m | €10.00 | 2027-04-30 to 2027-04-30 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Diakofti to Gythio between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-24 | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Sat 2026-10-31 | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Wed 2026-11-04 | 12:45 | 15:15 | 2h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diakofti to Gythio?
Ferries from Diakofti to Gythio are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday and Saturday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Diakofti to Gythio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Diakofti to Gythio today. Departure time: 12:45.
How many ferries run from Diakofti to Gythio this week?
2 sailings from Diakofti to Gythio are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Diakofti to Gythio?
Scheduled departures from Diakofti to Gythio leave at 12:45.
How long is the ferry from Diakofti to Gythio?
The crossing from Diakofti to Gythio takes 2h 30m.
How much does the Diakofti to Gythio ferry cost?
Published fares for the Diakofti to Gythio ferry start from €10.00 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 Diakofti to Gythio route?
The Diakofti to Gythio route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Diakofti to Gythio ferry
- A neck wallet or money belt under your clothing is the most secure way to carry your passport and cards in busy ferry terminals and ports.
- Heating on winter ferries can be aggressive; dress in layers so you can adjust whether you are sitting inside or out on the deck.
- Catamarans offer a faster crossing but have a lower wind-speed tolerance; in July and August, a booking on a conventional ferry is more likely to run on schedule.
- Keep your ticket or boarding confirmation accessible throughout the journey – crew occasionally check tickets on board.
- If you are booking for a large group, call the operator or use their group booking form – online booking systems sometimes cap the number of tickets per transaction.
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