Ferry from Donousa to Koufonisi

1h 10m · from €7.00 · 1 operator

By Dave Briggs

Donousa to Koufonisi at a glance

Ferries from Donousa to Koufonisi are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 09:20. The crossing takes 1h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Small Cyclades Lines. Published fares start from €7.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 February 2027.

Sailings / 14 days6
How oftenEvery other day
First departure09:20
Last departure09:20
Crossing time1h 10m
Fares from€7.00
Operators1

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Conventional ferry€7.00Book now
AS Deck€7.00Book now

Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.

Sailings in the next fortnight run on Mon, Wed and Sat
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Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.

Donousa to Koufonisi through the year

Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (every other day).

Sailings a day, last 12 months

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Month by month
MonthSailingsDays with a sailingHow often
November 20251313 of 30every other day
December 20251414 of 31every other day
January 20261111 of 312 or 3 times a week
February 20261312 of 28every other day
March 202644 of 31about once a week
April 20261212 of 302 or 3 times a week
May 20261313 of 312 or 3 times a week
June 20261313 of 30every other day
July 20261212 of 312 or 3 times a week
August 20261313 of 312 or 3 times a week
September 20261414 of 30every other day
October 20261414 of 31every other day

November 2025 · this month, a year ago

Days with a sailing13 of 30
Sailings13 every other day
Usual departure09:20
OperatorsSmall Cyclades Lines (Express Scopelitis)

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 Koufonisi Route Map

Map of the Cyclades showing the ferry route south-west from Donousa to Koufonisi.

Donousa to Koufonisi takes a bit over an hour on Small Cyclades Lines' Express Scopelitis, the small ferry that links this cluster of islands. It is a short and usually pleasant crossing, though the boat is modest and exposed to whatever the meltemi is doing. Deck space is the best place to sit on a fine day.

Koufonisi's harbour is effectively part of the main village, so there is nothing to arrange on arrival beyond walking to where you are staying. The island is small and flat, and has become popular for its clear shallow water and beaches such as Pori and Fanos. Ano Koufonisi is the inhabited island; Kato Koufonisi opposite is empty apart from day boats and a taverna.

The service runs roughly three times a week, so plan around it rather than assume daily departures. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €7. Naxos, an easy onward hop from Koufonisi, is the main connecting point for the rest of the Cyclades.

Weekly Donousa to Koufonisi 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.

Small Cyclades Lines

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Express Scopelitis conventional · 1h 10m · from €7.00

DaysDeparts
Mon, Wed and Sat		09:20

Sailings already published, month by month

The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 27 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.

  • November 2026: sails on 8 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. Fastest crossing 1h 10m. Conventional ferries: Small Cyclades Lines.
  • December 2026: sails on 13 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. Fastest crossing 1h 10m. Conventional ferries: Small Cyclades Lines.
  • January 2027: sails on 13 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. Fastest crossing 1h 10m. Conventional ferries: Small Cyclades Lines.
  • February 2027: sails on 12 of the 27 days to 27 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. Fastest crossing 1h 10m. Conventional ferries: Small Cyclades Lines.

Donousa to Koufonisi Ferry Fares

Lowest fare by vessel class

From €7.00 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 classFromOperatorVessel
Conventional ferry€7.00Small Cyclades LinesExpress Scopelitis

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.

Small Cyclades Lines

Ticket typeCategoryFare
AS Deckpassenger€7.00

Next 14 days

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

DateDepartsArrivesDurationVesselOperator
Sat 14 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines
Mon 16 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines
Wed 18 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines
Sat 21 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines
Mon 23 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines
Wed 25 November09:2010:301h 10mExpress ScopelitisSmall Cyclades Lines

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Donousa to Koufonisi?

Ferries from Donousa to Koufonisi are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.

Are there ferries from Donousa to Koufonisi today?

No, there are no scheduled departures from Donousa to Koufonisi today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 November 2026, at 09:20. Departures fall on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

How many ferries run from Donousa to Koufonisi this week?

3 sailings from Donousa to Koufonisi 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 Koufonisi?

Ferries from Donousa to Koufonisi leave at 09:20.

How long is the ferry from Donousa to Koufonisi?

The crossing from Donousa to Koufonisi takes 1h 10m.

How much does the Donousa to Koufonisi ferry cost?

Published fares for the Donousa to Koufonisi ferry start from €7.00 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 Donousa to Koufonisi route?

The Donousa to Koufonisi route is served by Small Cyclades Lines. Crossings run on conventional ferries.

Tips for the Donousa to Koufonisi ferry

  • Short hops are a great way to visit a 'satellite' island – for example, the small island of Antiparos from Paros – without committing to an overnight stay.
  • Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.
  • On deck class for a short crossing, there is no need to find an inside seat – standing or sitting on the open deck for 45 minutes is perfectly comfortable.
  • Routes that are seasonal only often have limited or no service in winter; neighbouring islands may require a land or air connection during the closed period.
  • When travelling with a motorcycle, book and pay for the vehicle space at the same time as your passenger ticket – vehicle spaces can sell out separately.

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Fares shown are the operators’ published tariffs. Timetable data as published by the operators. Updated 13 November 2026.