Ferry from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Koufonissi

Syros and Koufonisi sit at opposite ends of the experience spectrum. Syros is all neoclassical grandeur and year-round island life -- the kind of place that feels genuinely inhabited rather than staged for tourists. Koufonisi, by contrast, is tiny, unhurried, and almost absurdly beautiful. The ferry between them runs February through June, making it one of the quieter Cyclades crossings you can do before the summer crowds arrive.

With roughly one departure every three to five days during the season, timing matters. Book ahead if you're travelling in May or early June -- even a single sailing fills up when everyone else has the same idea.

Syros to Koufonissi Ferry Fares

Weekly Syros to Koufonissi 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

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 Koufonissi between 1 November 2026 and 14 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Syros to Koufonissi ferry

• The ferry dock 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 dock, 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.
• Toilets on Greek ferries are generally clean at the start of a journey and deteriorate on very long or crowded crossings; use them early.
• Check the Poseidon sea state forecast (hcmr.gr) for detailed wave height and period forecasts across all Greek sea areas.

Plan a journey

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