Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Syros (Ermoupoli)

The Piraeus to Syros ferry is one of the most straightforward Cyclades crossings you can make — a direct sea link to the archipelago’s administrative capital, and at just over two hours, a genuinely pleasant way to leave the mainland behind. Syros sits at the heart of the Cyclades, and the route runs year-round, making it as useful in February as it is in the height of August. Our Piraeus port guide is worth reading beforehand if you haven't sailed from there before, since the gate system takes some getting used to.

Frequency varies with the seasons. Across the year you can expect an average of around 4 sailings per day, but in summer (June–August) that rises to 5, while in winter the schedule trims back to roughly 2 per day. It’s worth checking the timetable in advance during quieter months, particularly if you’re travelling with flexible plans.

Piraeus to Syros Ferry Fares

Weekly Piraeus to Syros 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

Can you rent a car in Syros?

Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Can you rent a car in Piraeus?

Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Piraeus to Syros between 4 November 2026 and 17 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Syros ferry

• Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E10 spread along the waterfront – allow extra time to find yours, as it can be a 15–20 minute walk from the metro station, and check the gate number printed on your ticket.
• Ferries to the Saronic islands – Aegina, Hydra and the nearby islands – depart from Gate E8, while Cyclades sailings (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos) leave from gates in the E6–E10 range, so double-check your specific gate on arrival.
• Take Metro Line 1 or Line 3 to Piraeus station, then use the free shuttle bus that circulates around the port roughly every 10–15 minutes, linking the metro to all gates – useful if your ferry departs from a distant terminal such as E2 or E3.
• There is no parking inside the port itself, so if you are driving, use one of the private car parks nearby rather than looking for a space at the gate; ticket booths at each gate can print e-tickets if you have not already.
• Once you arrive in Syros, the elegant capital Ermoupoli – with its grand neoclassical town hall, marble-paved Miaouli Square, and the Apollo Theatre – reflects the island's prosperous 19th-century history as the commercial centre of the Aegean. The hilltop medieval settlement of Ano Syros, built by the Venetians around 1200 CE, offers a contrasting older layer of island history.

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