Ferry from Schinoussa to Donoussa
1h 50m · from €7.50 · 1 operator
Schinoussa to Donoussa at a glance
Ferries from Schinoussa to Donoussa are scheduled 4 times over the next 8 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 15:55. The crossing takes 1h 50m. The route is served by 1 operator: Small Cyclades Lines. Published fares start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Schinoussa to Donoussa through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 13 | 13 of 30 | every other day |
| December 2025 | 14 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 12 | 12 of 28 | every other day |
| March 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 13 | 13 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 15 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Schinoussa to Donoussa Route Map
Schinoussa to Donoussa takes a little under two hours on the Express Scopelitis, the small Small Cyclades Lines boat that links the group. The route runs north-east past Koufonissi and out towards the edge of the island cluster, so it usually involves at least one intermediate call. It is a modest vessel on an open stretch of water, and the deck is the best place to be.
Donoussa is one of the least visited islands in the Cyclades, with minimal tourism infrastructure and a deliberately slow pace. The port and main settlement, Stavros, is a small whitewashed harbour village where most of the island's rooms and tavernas are found. Travellers come for quiet beaches, walking tracks and the sense of being some way off the usual circuit.
The connection runs a few times a week rather than daily, and thins considerably outside the summer months. Current departure times and fares are shown in the timetable below. Donoussa also has links to Naxos and Amorgos, so it is usually easiest to think of it as part of a Small Cyclades loop rather than a there-and-back trip.
Schinoussa to Donoussa Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Small Cyclades Lines | Express Scopelitis |
Weekly Schinoussa to Donoussa Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Cyclades Lines | Express Scopelitis conventional | 15:55 | 17:45 | 1h 50m | €7.50 | 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Express Scopelitis sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Schinoussa to Donoussa between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-24 | 15:55 | 17:45 | 1h 50m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Mon 2026-10-26 | 15:55 | 17:45 | 1h 50m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 15:55 | 17:45 | 1h 50m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
| Sat 2026-10-31 | 15:55 | 17:45 | 1h 50m | Express Scopelitis | Small Cyclades Lines |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Schinoussa to Donoussa?
Ferries from Schinoussa to Donoussa are scheduled 4 times over the next 8 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Schinoussa to Donoussa today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Schinoussa to Donoussa today. Departure time: 15:55.
How many ferries run from Schinoussa to Donoussa this week?
3 sailings from Schinoussa to Donoussa are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Schinoussa to Donoussa?
Scheduled departures from Schinoussa to Donoussa leave at 15:55.
How long is the ferry from Schinoussa to Donoussa?
The crossing from Schinoussa to Donoussa takes 1h 50m.
How much does the Schinoussa to Donoussa ferry cost?
Published fares for the Schinoussa to Donoussa ferry start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Schinoussa to Donoussa route?
The Schinoussa to Donoussa route is served by Small Cyclades Lines. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Schinoussa to Donoussa ferry
- Pack a reusable water bottle in an accessible pocket – hydration is important in summer and onboard water is expensive.
- Sunscreen and insect repellent are both considerably cheaper at a supermarket before you board than at island resort shops; stock up on the mainland.
- The period immediately after the 15th August peak sees a rapid fall in demand; last-minute seats become available again from around the 20th.
- 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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