Naxos to Donoussa Ferry
Naxos to Donoussa — At a Glance
- Season: Ferries operate from March to October.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Ferries run most days of the week.
The Naxos to Donoussa ferry is your gateway to one of the quietest corners of the Cyclades. Donoussa sits apart from the busier Small Cyclades islands, tucked to the north-east of Naxos, and reaching it by ferry is part of what makes it feel genuinely remote. The route runs from March through to October, giving you a solid window across the full Greek island season.
During the season, you can expect around 1 sailing per day, which keeps things straightforward for planning your arrival or departure.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Donoussa:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Tips for the Naxos–Donoussa Ferry
- The Cyclades group divides loosely into western (Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos, Folegandros) and central/eastern (Paros, Naxos, Ios, Santorini) subgroups with different schedules.
- If your itinerary is time-critical (flight the next day), always choose the conventional slow ferry over the fast catamaran in summer – reliability matters more than speed.
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Naxos to Donoussa?
Typically once a day. The route is active from March through to October, so if you are travelling outside those months you will need to consider an alternative connection.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Donoussa route?
Several ferry companies serve this route. Check current schedules on Ferryhopper or Ferryscanner for the latest operators and departure times, as these can shift between seasons.