Ferry from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia)
4h 30m to 4h 35m · from €10.00 · 1 operator
Syros to Kea at a glance
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 07:00 and the latest is 10:35. The crossing takes between 4h 30m and 4h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €10.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Syros to Kea Route Map
Syros to Kea takes around four and a half hours on the Artemis of Hellenic Seaways, a conventional ferry linking the northern and western Cyclades. It is an unhurried crossing on a ship with open deck and simple indoor seating, and the routing usually calls at other islands on the way west. The value of the route is that it joins up islands that otherwise require a return to the mainland.
Kea, also called Tzia, is the closest of the Cyclades to Attica and is popular with Athenians at weekends rather than with international package traffic. Ferries dock at Korissia on the northwest coast, a small port with rooms and tavernas around the bay. The island is known for its walking trails and quiet coves rather than nightlife.
The route runs a couple of times a week, so timings are limited; the current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €10. Most traffic to Kea comes from Lavrio on the Attica coast, which has a far more frequent service if this crossing does not fit your dates.
Syros to Kea Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.00 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 | €10.00 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Weekly Syros to Kea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 07:00 | 11:35 | 4h 35m | €10.00 | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Artemis sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 10:35 | 15:05 | 4h 30m | €10.00 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Artemis sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Syros to Kea between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Kea?
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Syros to Kea today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) today. Departure time: 07:00.
How many ferries run from Syros to Kea this week?
2 sailings from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Kea?
Scheduled departures from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) leave at 07:00 and 10:35.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Kea?
The fastest crossing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) takes 4h 30m and the slowest 4h 35m.
How much does the Syros to Kea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) ferry start from €10.00 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 Syros to Kea route?
The Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kea (Korissia) route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Syros to Kea ferry
- The ferry quay sits right in Ermoupoli town centre, close to hotels, cafés and the bus station, so you can walk to most accommodation. In peak summer, arrive at least an hour early, or 60–90 minutes if you're bringing a car.
- There's no single ferry ticket office at the port – tickets are issued by several independent travel agencies clustered near the harbour, so check your booking confirmation for pickup details rather than expecting one terminal counter.
- A taxi rank is around 100 metres from the quay, but ranks empty fast in August, so pre-book a taxi or arrange a hotel transfer in advance rather than relying on hailing one on arrival.
- Vehicle dimensions and weight affect your ferry fare; double-check the operator's measurement categories if you are driving an unusually large or heavy vehicle.
- Summer heat makes sun-exposed upper decks very intense between 11:00 and 16:00; bring sunscreen with a high SPF and a hat even for short crossings.
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