Ferry from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki)
5h 20m · from €52.00 · 1 operator
Syros to Leros at a glance
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. Departures in that window are at 22:15. The crossing takes 5h 20m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €52.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday and Wednesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €52.50 | 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 28 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Syros to Leros Route Map
Syros to Leros takes around five and a half hours on the Blue Star 2, the conventional ferry that runs from the Cyclades over into the Dodecanese. It is a full-size ship with cabins and plenty of seating, which makes the length manageable, and it typically forms part of a longer routing calling at several islands. Departures are frequently overnight or in the small hours.
Leros is a quiet, understated island between Kalymnos and Patmos, notable for the Italian Rationalist architecture left from the 1912 to 1943 administration. Large ferries use Lakki, whose harbour is lined with striking 1930s Art Deco buildings. From there it is a short hop to the old main town of Platanos, the hilltop Castle of Pandeli, and the beach village of Agia Marina.
The route runs a couple of times a week, so the timings shape the trip; the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €52. Local catamarans and small ferries connect Leros with Patmos, Lipsi and Kalymnos if the Blue Star schedule does not suit.
Syros to Leros Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €52.50 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 | €52.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 |
Weekly Syros to Leros 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 2 conventional | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | €52.50 | now to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | €52.50 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | €52.50 | 2026-09-11 to 2026-10-23 | Book the Blue Star 2 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 Leros between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 22:15 | 03:35 | 5h 20m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Leros?
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Wednesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Syros to Leros today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) today. Departure time: 22:15.
How many ferries run from Syros to Leros this week?
2 sailings from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) 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 Leros?
Scheduled departures from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) leave at 22:15.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Leros?
The crossing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) takes 5h 20m.
How much does the Syros to Leros ferry cost?
Published fares for the Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) ferry start from €52.50 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 Leros route?
The Syros (Ermoupoli) to Leros (Lakki) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Syros to Leros 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.
- Catamarans offer a faster crossing but have a lower wind-speed tolerance; in July and August, a booking on a conventional ferry is more likely to run on schedule.
- Winter sailings are less frequent but rarely sell out for foot passengers; vehicles may be more restricted due to reduced sailing frequency.
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