Ferry from Milos (Adamas) to Naxos (Chora)

Milos to Naxos crosses the Cyclades from the volcanic southwest to the largest island in the group. Seajets run the fast option with the Superjet and Super Jet 2, while Hellenic Seaways use the conventional Artemis, and journey times range from about four hours to a little over six depending on how many islands the boat calls at on the way. Almost every sailing is a multi-stop route rather than a direct hop, so the crossing doubles as a tour of the western and central Cyclades.

Naxos Town, the Chora, greets arrivals with the Portara, the huge freestanding marble doorway of an unfinished Temple of Apollo standing on the islet at the harbour entrance. The port sits right below the Venetian Kastro quarter, and the waterfront is lined with cafes, tavernas and ticket offices within a few minutes' walk of the ramp. Beyond the town, Naxos is a big, fertile island with long sandy beaches at Plaka and Mikri Vigla and mountain villages such as Halki and Apiranthos inland.

The route runs roughly daily through the summer season, with the fast and conventional services covering different parts of the week. Current sailings, durations and fares are listed in the timetable below. Naxos is a major hub in its own right, so onward links to Paros, Mykonos, Santorini and the Small Cyclades are easy to pick up once you arrive.

Milos to Naxos Ferry Fares

Weekly Milos to Naxos Ferry Schedule

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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 in Milos?

Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Milos to Naxos between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Milos to Naxos ferry

• Arrive at Adamas port at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry's scheduled departure, allowing time for check-in and boarding, since the port area becomes busy and congested during the peak summer months.
• Milos's main bus stop is only a few metres from the port at Adamas, with services roughly timed to ferry arrivals and departures; buy your ticket on board, and check the last departure if you have a late ferry.
• Adamas port itself has free Wi-Fi, public restrooms, an information booth and the port authority office, plus separate car and motorbike parking areas nearby at Adamas Square if you are arriving by road.
• The smell of diesel and engine exhaust is stronger at the stern in summer heat; if you are sensitive to it, choose a bow-facing seat or the upper deck.
• 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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