Ferry from Koufonissi to Donoussa
1h 10m · from €7.00 · 1 operator
Koufonissi to Donoussa at a glance
Ferries from Koufonissi to Donoussa are scheduled 4 times over the next 8 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 16:35. 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 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| AS Deck | €7.00 | Book now |
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.
Koufonissi to Donoussa 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
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 13 | 13 of 30 | every other day |
| December 2025 | 14 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 12 | 12 of 28 | every other day |
| March 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 13 | 13 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 15 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Koufonissi to Donoussa Route Map
Koufonissi to Donoussa takes a little over an hour on Small Cyclades Lines' Express Scopelitis, the small ferry that ties the group together. It is a short crossing but an exposed one, running across open water in the eastern Cyclades where the meltemi can blow hard in midsummer. In good weather the deck is the place to be.
Donoussa is a small, remote island with minimal tourism infrastructure, which is the whole appeal. The port and main settlement is Stavros, a whitewashed harbour village where everything you need is within a few minutes' walk. Days are spent on beaches and walking paths, and rooms are few enough that booking ahead in August is wise.
Sailings are around three times a week and seasonal, so a stay here needs planning around the boat. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with tickets starting around €7. Naxos is the connecting hub for anywhere beyond the Small Cyclades.
Koufonissi to Donoussa 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 class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €7.00 | Small Cyclades Lines | Express 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 type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AS Deck | passenger | €7.00 |
Weekly Koufonissi 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 | 16:35 | 17:45 | 1h 10m | €7.00 | 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Express Scopelitis sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Koufonissi to Donoussa between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-24 | 16:35 | 17:45 | 1h 10m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Mon 2026-10-26 | 16:35 | 17:45 | 1h 10m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 16:35 | 17:45 | 1h 10m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Sat 2026-10-31 | 16:35 | 17:45 | 1h 10m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Koufonissi to Donoussa?
Ferries from Koufonissi to Donoussa are scheduled 4 times over the next 8 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 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Koufonissi to Donoussa today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Koufonissi to Donoussa today. Departure time: 16:35.
How many ferries run from Koufonissi to Donoussa this week?
3 sailings from Koufonissi to Donoussa are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Koufonissi to Donoussa?
Scheduled departures from Koufonissi to Donoussa leave at 16:35.
How long is the ferry from Koufonissi to Donoussa?
The crossing from Koufonissi to Donoussa takes 1h 10m.
How much does the Koufonissi to Donoussa ferry cost?
Published fares for the Koufonissi to Donoussa 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 Koufonissi to Donoussa route?
The Koufonissi to Donoussa route is served by Small Cyclades Lines. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Koufonissi to Donoussa ferry
- Koufonisi's port sits in Chora, the island's only village, so most accommodation is a short walk from the quay; even so, arrive at least 30 minutes before your ferry to Paros is due to depart.
- Book your ferry to Paros online in advance, especially in July and August, since sailings on this small network fill quickly; Chora's travel agency also sells tickets locally, but do not rely on it as your only option.
- From June to September, meltemi winds can bring rough seas and cause Small Cyclades ferries to cancel sailings at short notice; check your ferry company's status before setting out for the port.
- Some operators offer promotional fares in spring and autumn to fill sailings – worth checking their websites directly if you are travelling outside peak season.
- 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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