Ferry from Sifnos (Kamares) to Serifos (Livadi)

Sifnos and Serifos sit side by side in the western Cyclades, and the short hop between them is one of the easiest island connections in Greece to build into a longer trip. Ferries leave from Kamares on Sifnos and put in at Livadi on Serifos, both working harbours a short walk from the main village, so there's no need to arrange onward transport before you've even had a coffee. The crossing runs in open water between the two islands but stays well within the shelter of the Cyclades group, and on the faster catamarans it's over almost as soon as it begins.

Because Sifnos and Serifos are only a short crossing apart, this route sees a steady run of departures across the day rather than one or two fixed sailings, which makes it easy to plan around whatever else you've got booked that day. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you travel, since operators file each stretch of the season in stages and add capacity as demand builds.

Expect a busier timetable at the height of summer, thinning out a little either side of the peak weeks. Whichever end of the season you're travelling, there's enough choice through the day that you're rarely locked into a single departure time.

Sifnos to Serifos Ferry Fares

Weekly Sifnos to Serifos 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

Do you need a car on Serifos?

Not strictly. Chora sits on a hill about 4.5km above the port at Livadi, and a bus, roughly fifteen minutes for two euros, runs regularly between the two in summer. A car or scooter, hired from the small handful of offices in Livadi, makes sense for reaching the island's scattered beaches, but book ahead: the rental fleet is limited and August sells out fast. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Can you rent a car in Sifnos?

Yes, and it's worth having one. The ferry lands at Kamares, and the drive up the winding valley road to the capital, Apollonia, takes about ten minutes; most rental firms have desks at the port to match ferry arrivals. Sifnos's road network is compact and easy to navigate, so a car gets you around the hilltop villages and beaches without waiting on buses. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Sifnos to Serifos between 6 September 2026 and 19 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Sifnos to Serifos ferry

• Most ferries have a small kiosk selling souvenirs, snacks, and basic travel items; useful if you have forgotten sunscreen or earplugs.
• Sunglasses are essential on open deck in the Aegean – the reflected glare off the water is very intense, especially in the middle of the day.
• At smaller island ports, the quay surface can be cobblestone, wooden planking, or rough concrete – wheeled bags take a beating and can tip on uneven ground.
• Booking a summer return to Athens a week or two before departure gives you flexibility while still securing a ticket before the final-week rush.
• In Serifos, the hilltop Chora perched dramatically above the port is one of the most striking capital towns in the Cyclades, with chapels, churches, and windmills scattered through its whitewashed lanes. The island's beaches are never overcrowded, and the walking trails connecting them reward those who prefer to explore on foot.

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