Ferry from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni
10h ยท 1 operator
Symi to Fourni at a glance
Ferries from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. Departures in that window are at 17:50. The crossing takes 10h. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 August 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 28 August 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Symi to Fourni Route Map
Symi to Fourni takes around ten hours on Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Patmos, running north from the southern Dodecanese into the waters between Ikaria and Samos. The ship calls at several islands on the way, which accounts for much of the journey time. It is a conventional ferry with cabins, lounges and open decks, so the length is easy enough to absorb.
Fourni is a small archipelago with a fishing tradition far bigger than its size suggests, home to one of the larger fleets in Greece relative to its population. The main port town, also called Fourni, sits in a sheltered bay with tavernas along the harbour front, and the seafood is the obvious thing to eat. Beaches are quiet and undeveloped, and the surrounding waters are well known to archaeologists for the number of ancient wrecks found there.
Sailings run about once a week on this pairing, so the ship's rotation dictates the plan. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below. Fourni sits between Ikaria and Samos, and shorter local connections from either are usually the simpler way in or out.
Symi to Fourni Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Symi to Fourni 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 17:50 | 03:50 | 10h | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Symi to Fourni between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 17:50 | 03:50 | 10h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Symi to Fourni?
Ferries from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 August 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Symi to Fourni today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 28 August 2026, at 17:50. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Symi to Fourni this week?
1 sailing from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Symi to Fourni?
Scheduled departures from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni leave at 17:50.
How long is the ferry from Symi to Fourni?
The crossing from Symi (Gialos) to Fourni takes 10h.
Which ferry companies operate the Symi to Fourni route?
The Symi (Gialos) to Fourni route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Symi to Fourni ferry
- Symi's harbour has two separate docking points: Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans use the clock tower, while larger conventional ferries dock at the New Port, a shadeless 15-minute walk away with no shops or taxis – confirm which one applies before you set off.
- Buy or confirm ferry tickets at the Symi Tours office on the harbour front, the long-standing general agent for Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries, rather than assuming online booking alone will guarantee your allocated departure point.
- Don't confuse the scheduled Dodekanisos Seaways or ANES catamarans with the organised day-trip excursion boats from Rhodes, which fill the harbour around midday and typically call passengers back for a fixed afternoon return sailing.
- A lightweight drybag or small tote is handy for beach days on islands – it doubles as your day bag on short crossings when you leave your main bag at the hotel.
- Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.
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