Ferry from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora)
5h 10m · from €12.00 · 1 operator
Kimolos to Naxos at a glance
Ferries from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 08:40. The crossing takes 5h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €12.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €12.50 | 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.
Kimolos to Naxos Route Map
Hellenic Seaways links Kimolos with Naxos on the Artemis, and the crossing takes around five hours. The ship works its way east across the Cyclades, calling at islands on the way, which accounts for the length. It is a small conventional ferry with deck space and a vehicle deck rather than a fast craft.
Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades, with real mountains, farmland and long sandy beaches. The Portara, a huge marble doorway from an unfinished Temple of Apollo, stands at the harbour entrance and is unmistakable on arrival. Naxos Town has a Venetian kastro above the port, and inland the villages of Halki and Apiranthos are worth the drive.
Sailings on this route are rare, roughly once a week, so the timetable below is the first thing to check; fares and journey times are shown there, with tickets usually starting around twelve euros. Naxos is a major hub, so once there you have frequent links to Piraeus, Paros, Mykonos, Santorini and the Small Cyclades.
Kimolos to Naxos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €12.50 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 | €12.50 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Weekly Kimolos to Naxos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 08:40 | 13:50 | 5h 10m | €12.50 | now to 2026-10-31 | Book the Artemis sailing |
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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 quay, 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 Kimolos?
Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kimolos to Naxos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kimolos to Naxos?
Ferries from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on 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 Kimolos to Naxos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 29 August 2026, at 08:40. Departures fall on Saturday.
How many ferries run from Kimolos to Naxos this week?
1 sailing from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kimolos to Naxos?
Scheduled departures from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) leave at 08:40.
How long is the ferry from Kimolos to Naxos?
The crossing from Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) takes 5h 10m.
How much does the Kimolos to Naxos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) ferry start from €12.50 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 Kimolos to Naxos route?
The Kimolos (Psathi) to Naxos (Chora) route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kimolos to Naxos ferry
- Noise levels in the lower seating decks of large ferries can be significant – earplugs are useful even if you are not trying to sleep.
- High-speed catamarans are more susceptible to cancellation in meltemi conditions than conventional roll-on roll-off ferries – the slower option is often more reliable.
- Vehicle dimensions and weight affect your ferry fare; double-check the operator's measurement categories if you are driving an unusually large or heavy vehicle.
- Greek ferries do not impose a luggage limit for foot passengers – you can bring as much as you can physically carry, but you must manage it yourself.
- 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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