Ferry from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete)
3h 50m ยท 1 operator
Gavdos to Sougia at a glance
Ferries from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. Departures in that window are at 14:30. The crossing takes 3h 50m. The route is served by 1 operator: ANENDYK Maritime S.A.. There are sailings on Monday and Tuesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Gavdos to Sougia is a long crossing north from Europe's southernmost inhabited island back to the Cretan coast, taking around three and three quarter hours. ANENDYK runs it with the Samaria, a conventional coastal ferry that works the whole south Crete network. Open water for most of the way, so it is worth checking conditions before you commit.
Sougia is a small village on Crete's southwest coast in Chania prefecture, laid-back and minimally developed compared with the north coast. Travellers use it as a base for gorge walking, with the Agia Roumeli and Samaria area along the coast, and for its quiet pebble beach. It is a small-scale place with no large harbour infrastructure, so arrivals are straightforward but facilities are limited.
The route runs only a couple of times a week and is highly seasonal, so it demands planning rather than turning up. Current sailings and fares are shown below. From Sougia a road climbs inland towards Chania, and the coastal boats continue to Agia Roumeli, Paleochora and Chora Sfakion.
Gavdos to Sougia Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Gavdos to Sougia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANENDYK Maritime S.A. | Samaria conventional | 14:30 | 18:20 | 3h 50m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Samaria sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Gavdos to Sougia between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 14:30 | 18:20 | 3h 50m | Samaria | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 14:30 | 18:20 | 3h 50m | Samaria | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 14:30 | 18:20 | 3h 50m | Samaria | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 14:30 | 18:20 | 3h 50m | Samaria | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Gavdos to Sougia?
Ferries from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Tuesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Gavdos to Sougia today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) today. Departure time: 14:30.
How many ferries run from Gavdos to Sougia this week?
2 sailings from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Gavdos to Sougia?
Scheduled departures from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) leave at 14:30.
How long is the ferry from Gavdos to Sougia?
The crossing from Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) takes 3h 50m.
Which ferry companies operate the Gavdos to Sougia route?
The Gavdos (Crete) to Sougia (Crete) route is served by ANENDYK Maritime S.A.. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Gavdos to Sougia ferry
- At smaller island ports, taxis are scarce; book one in advance or confirm with your hotel that a transfer is arranged.
- Check the marine weather forecast for your crossing the evening before departure; the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) publishes forecasts for all sea areas.
- If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
- If you are island-hopping across multiple islands, pack light – you will be lifting your bag on and off ferries, into overhead racks, and up and down steps repeatedly.
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