Ferry from Donousa to Astypalea
3h 10m · from €13.50 · 1 operator
Donousa to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Donousa to Astypalea are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 01:15 and the latest is 02:25. The crossing takes 3h 10m. 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 31 December 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €13.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €13.50 | Book now |
| AB43 Cabin | €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 31 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Donousa to Astypalea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 11 | 11 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 |
| October 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Donousa to Astypalea Route Map
Donousa to Astypalea is one of the eastward legs of the Blue Star Ferries route out of the Cyclades, taking around two and a half hours on the Blue Star Naxos. It is open water for most of the way, with no islands in between, so it is a straightforward crossing on a large stable ship. Deck space and indoor seating are both plentiful.
Astypalea is officially part of the Dodecanese but feels Cycladic, whitewashed and quiet, and popular with Greek travellers rather than international crowds. The port is at Skala, or Pera Gialos, just below Chora, with the Venetian kastro on the hilltop above forming the island's signature view. There is an airport for domestic flights, which is useful given how thin the ferry links can be.
Sailings run around four times a week in season. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with tickets starting around €13.50. Onward ferry connections from Astypalea are limited, so check the return before you commit to a short stay.
Weekly Donousa to Astypalea 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 Donousa.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 01:15 | |
| 02:25 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 7 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:15, latest 02:25. Fastest crossing 3h 10m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 13 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:15, latest 02:25. Fastest crossing 3h 10m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Donousa to Astypalea 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 Delos |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €35.00 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €35.00 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €35.00 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €35.00 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €42.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €42.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €44.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €44.00 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €49.00 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| AB41 Cabin | cabin | €55.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €55.00 |
| A41 Cabin | cabin | €57.50 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €57.50 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €62.50 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €68.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €13.50 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| ATS4 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| ATS5 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| BSN Seat | passenger | €30.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Donousa to Astypalea between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 02:25 | 05:35 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 01:15 | 04:25 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 19 November | 01:15 | 04:25 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 02:25 | 05:35 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 01:15 | 04:25 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 26 November | 01:15 | 04:25 | 3h 10m | Blue Star Delos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Donousa to Astypalea?
Ferries from Donousa to Astypalea are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 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 31 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Donousa to Astypalea today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Donousa to Astypalea today. Departure time: 02:25.
How many ferries run from Donousa to Astypalea this week?
3 sailings from Donousa to Astypalea are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Donousa to Astypalea?
The first ferry from Donousa to Astypalea leaves at 01:15 and the last at 02:25.
How long is the ferry from Donousa to Astypalea?
The crossing from Donousa to Astypalea takes 3h 10m.
How much does the Donousa to Astypalea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Donousa to Astypalea 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 Donousa to Astypalea route?
The Donousa to Astypalea route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Donousa to Astypalea ferry
- 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.
- Bring a portable power bank rated at least 10,000 mAh; charging sockets on ferries are not always reliable, and island power cuts are not unheard of.
- Greek ferries are generally safe and well-maintained; life jacket locations are posted throughout the vessel and a safety briefing sheet is usually displayed in cabins.
- On rough crossings, secure your belongings before leaving your seat – bags and bottles slide off tables easily, and wet floors make a spill a hazard.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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