Ferry from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa
2h 15m · from €7.50 · 1 operator
Heraklia to Donoussa at a glance
Ferries from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. Departures in that window are at 16:10. The crossing takes 2h 15m. The route is served by 1 operator: Small Cyclades Lines. Published fares start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | 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 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Heraklia to Donoussa Route Map
Heraklia to Donoussa takes a little over two hours on Small Cyclades Lines' Express Scopelitis, calling at the other islands of the group along the way. The two sit at opposite ends of the Small Cyclades, so this is one of the longer legs within the cluster. The Scopelitis is a small boat and the crossing is much better in settled weather.
Donoussa is a small, remote island northeast of Naxos with almost no tourism infrastructure, which is exactly what people go for. The port and main settlement is Stavros, a whitewashed harbour village where everything is within a few minutes' walk. Beaches and walking paths make up the day, and rooms are limited enough that booking ahead in August is sensible.
Sailings run around three times a week, and connections here are limited and seasonal. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with tickets starting near €7.50. Naxos is the hub for the whole group if you need to get anywhere beyond these islands.
Heraklia to Donoussa Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.50 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 | €7.50 | Small Cyclades Lines | Express Scopelitis |
Weekly Heraklia to Donoussa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Cyclades Lines | Express Scopelitis conventional | 15:40 | 17:45 | 2h 05m | €7.50 | 2026-09-14 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Express Scopelitis sailing | |
| Small Cyclades Lines | Express Scopelitis conventional | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | €7.50 | now to 2026-09-12 | Book the Express Scopelitis sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Heraklia to Donoussa between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 16:10 | 18:25 | 2h 15m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Heraklia to Donoussa?
Ferries from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Heraklia to Donoussa today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 16:10. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Heraklia to Donoussa this week?
3 sailings from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Heraklia to Donoussa?
Scheduled departures from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa leave at 16:10.
How long is the ferry from Heraklia to Donoussa?
The crossing from Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa takes 2h 15m.
How much does the Heraklia to Donoussa ferry cost?
Published fares for the Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa ferry start from €7.50 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 Heraklia to Donoussa route?
The Heraklia (Iraklia) to Donoussa route is served by Small Cyclades Lines. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Heraklia to Donoussa ferry
- The flat bow (prow) area of a large ferry is usually accessible and offers outstanding forward views – one of the best spots to stand during harbour entry.
- Keep valuables – wallet, passport, phone – in a small day bag you carry on board; never leave them in checked luggage or in your car on the car deck.
- 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.
- In Donoussa, one of the Small Cyclades between Naxos and Amorgos, the pace of life is unhurried and the beaches are genuinely secluded. The island is ideal for swimming and hiking between coves in an authentic, crowd-free setting.
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