Ferry from Kythnos (Merichas) to Kimolos (Psathi)

Kythnos and Kimolos sit at opposite ends of the western Cyclades, and this crossing is one of the more useful links between them, bringing together a quieter, less-visited pair of islands that don't otherwise see much direct traffic. It isn't a route with dozens of daily departures, so it rewards a bit of planning rather than turning up on spec. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you build the rest of a multi-island itinerary around it.

What you get depends heavily on which operator you book. The fastest option covers the distance in under two hours, which suits anyone treating this as a quick island-hop, while the slowest sailing takes the best part of a day, calling at other ports along the way -- fine if you don't mind the scenery and want to string together stops, less fine if you just want to get from Kythnos to Kimolos. Worth weighing up alongside price when you compare the two booking links below, since the cheap fare and the fast fare aren't always the same sailing.

Kythnos to Kimolos Ferry Fares

Weekly Kythnos to Kimolos 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

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 Kythnos to Kimolos between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kythnos to Kimolos ferry

• A wide-brimmed hat provides better sun protection than a baseball cap on the open deck of a moving ferry, where the sun comes from multiple angles.
• On very short crossings of under 30 minutes, the vessel may not fully dock – passengers sometimes disembark via a small gangway onto a floating pontoon.
• Do not leave valuables unattended in luggage – ferry saloons are busy places and opportunistic theft, while rare, does occur.
• Always cross-check your ticket details – date, vessel name, passenger count, and vehicle details – before the cancellation window closes.
• In Kimolos, the main settlement of Horio at the foot of Mt Ksaplovouni enchants with its Cycladic simplicity and a castle at its heart. The island's volcanic origins give the landscape a distinctive character, with grey-white rocks rising from crystal-clear waters that the Venetians once called 'silvery'.

Plan a journey

Search for a connection between any two Greek ports, including journeys that need a change.