Ferry from Folegandros (Karavostasis) to Naxos (Chora)

The Folegandros to Naxos ferry route links two of the most rewarding islands in the Cyclades. Folegandros, small and unspoilt, trades on its dramatic clifftop chora and unhurried pace; Naxos offers something altogether grander — the largest island in the group, with a fertile interior, long sandy beaches, and a harbour that announces itself with the ancient marble Portara standing sentinel on its rocky islet. Taking the ferry between the two is a straightforward Aegean crossing with year-round service.

Sailings between Folegandros and Naxos are sparse for much of the year, with close to a daily ferry only in April, May, and October, so check the schedule box above before you plan your crossing.

Folegandros to Naxos Ferry Fares

Weekly Folegandros to Naxos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 dock, 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.

Do you need a car on Folegandros?

Not essential. Folegandros is small, and the bus that meets every ferry runs the 3.5km from the port at Karavostasis up to Chora in about ten minutes for a couple of euros. A car or scooter becomes useful once you want to reach the beaches below Ano Meria or Agali, which the bus does not serve directly. Rental desks operate in Chora, Karavostasis and Ano Meria; compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Folegandros to Naxos between 9 November 2026 and 22 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Folegandros to Naxos ferry

• Take the local bus from Karavostasis to Chora, about 4km away – services are timed to meet ferry arrivals and departures, or use a taxi for the short uphill run to the main village.
• Arrive at the port in Karavostasis at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry is due to sail, since boarding and any last-minute schedule changes need time to sort out.
• Build a buffer day into your Folegandros trip: the island's ferry routes are among the first suspended when gale-force meltemi winds hit the exposed Aegean crossings in summer.
• Always cross-check your ticket details – date, vessel name, passenger count, and vehicle details – before the cancellation window closes.
• 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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