Ferry from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete)
1 operator
Sougia to Gavdos at a glance
Ferries from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. Departures in that window are at 09:20. The route is served by 1 operator: ANENDYK Maritime S.A. There are sailings on Thursday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 December 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Gavdos lies out in the Libyan Sea south of Crete, and the crossing from Sougia takes around three and a half hours on the ANENDYK vessel Samaria. It is a proper open-water passage rather than a coastal hop, and it can be lively when the wind is up. There is little in the way of shelter on deck, so plan for sun.
The boat lands at Karave, Gavdos's small harbour, which has minimal facilities beyond a taverna and transport up to the settlements. The island is continental Europe's southernmost point and stays deliberately undeveloped, with pine woods, empty beaches and a long-standing wild-camping culture. Supplies are limited, so arriving with what you need is sensible.
Sailings from Sougia are infrequent, running only a couple of times a fortnight in season, and they are cancelled readily in bad weather. The timetable is shown below, but no fares are published yet. Paleochora and Chora Sfakion both run more frequent services to Gavdos, and allowing slack in your return plans is wise given how exposed the crossing is.
Weekly Sougia to Gavdos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Sougia.
ANENDYK Maritime S.A.
Book ANENDYK Maritime S.A. tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 09:20 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 31 December 2026. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. ANENDYK Maritime S.A.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:20. ANENDYK Maritime S.A.
Sougia to Gavdos Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Sougia to Gavdos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 09:20 | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Thu 19 November | 09:20 | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Fri 20 November | 09:20 | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
| Thu 26 November | 09:20 | ANENDYK Maritime S.A. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sougia to Gavdos?
Ferries from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sougia to Gavdos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) today. Departure time: 09:20.
How many ferries run from Sougia to Gavdos this week?
2 sailings from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Sougia to Gavdos?
Ferries from Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) leave at 09:20.
Which ferry companies operate the Sougia to Gavdos route?
The Sougia (Crete) to Gavdos (Crete) route is served by ANENDYK Maritime S.A.
Tips for the Sougia to Gavdos ferry
- The meltemi typically peaks in the afternoons and can create significant swell; afternoon departures from exposed ports are more likely to be rough.
- If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- Port information boards are usually updated in real time; check them on arrival to confirm your vessel is on schedule.
- If you booked through a third-party agent, you may still need to collect a physical ticket at the port – check your booking confirmation carefully.
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