Rhodes to Syros Ferry
Rhodes to Syros — At a Glance
- Season: Ferries operate from March to October.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Ferries sail several days per week.
The Rhodes to Syros ferry route bridges two of Greece’s most distinctive islands — the sun-drenched Dodecanese landmark in the far south-east and the elegant Cycladic capital of the north. It is a long crossing, but one that rewards the effort, carrying you across open Aegean waters from Rhodes’s ancient harbours to the grand neoclassical quaysides of Ermoupoli.
The route runs from March through to October, with around one sailing per day during the season. If you are planning your Greek island itinerary, it is worth booking ahead, particularly in July and August when demand on the Aegean is at its peak.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Rhodes to Syros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.0 |
| June | Yes | 1.0 |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Tips for the Rhodes–Syros Ferry
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- A light cardigan or jacket is still useful in summer – the spray and wind on open deck can make even a 30°C day feel cool when the vessel is at speed.
- Quick-dry travel towels pack much smaller than conventional towels and are worth the investment if you are covering multiple islands.
- 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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- Compare car hire prices in Greece via DiscoverCars
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Syros?
There is typically one ferry per day on the Rhodes to Syros route. The service runs from March through to October, so outside those months you will need to plan an alternative connection.
Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes–Syros route?
Multiple ferry companies operate this route. Check current schedules for the latest operators and up-to-date sailing times.