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How to get from Folegandros to Sifnos by Ferry

Dave Briggs
By Dave Briggs · Published 2022-02-14 · Last updated 2026-09-13
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There are 10 ferries per week sailing from Folegandros to Sifnos island in Greece, and journey times average at 2 hours.

Ferry Snapshot: Folegandros to Sifnos

  • 1–2 sailings per day
  • Crossing time from 1 h 40 min, up to 3 h 35 min
  • Earliest departure 12:10, latest 15:45
  • Operated by Fast Ferries and Seajets
  • Tickets from €8
  • Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck, lift
Folegandros to Sifnos September 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
12:10Tue, Sun2 h 05 minFast Ferries – Dionisios SolomosBook
12:10Thu only, until 24 Sep3 h 35 minFast Ferries – Dionisios SolomosBook
15:20Daily, until 21 Sep1 h 55 minSeajets – Olympic Champion JetBook
15:4513 Sep only1 h 40 minFast Ferries – Dionisios SolomosBook
15:45Daily, from 22 Sep1 h 55 minSeajets – Olympic Champion JetBook
16:05Mon, Wed, from 28 Sep2 h 05 minSeajets – Super Jet 2Book
16:0529 Sep only2 h 05 minSeajets – SuperjetBook
Folegandros to Sifnos October 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
12:10Tue, Sun2 h 05 minFast Ferries – Dionisios SolomosBook
12:10Thu only3 h 35 minFast Ferries – Dionisios SolomosBook
14:00Daily, from 12 Oct1 h 55 minSeajets – Super Jet 2Book
14:00Daily, from 13 Oct1 h 55 minSeajets – SuperjetBook
16:05Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, until 10 Oct2 h 05 minSeajets – Super Jet 2Book
16:05Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, until 11 Oct2 h 05 minSeajets – SuperjetBook
Folegandros to Sifnos November 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
14:001 Nov only1 h 55 minSeajets – Super Jet 2Book

Snapshot updated 13 September 2026 from published operator timetables (currently released to 31 August 2027). Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this page
  1. Folegandros Sifnos Ferry Route
  2. Ferry Operators Folegandros to Sifnos
  3. Zante Ferries Folegandros to Sifnos
  4. SeaJets Folegandros to Sikinos
  5. Sifnos Island Travel Tips
  6. How to make a journey from Folegandros to Sifnos FAQ
Best way to get from Folegandros to Sifnos

Folegandros Sifnos Ferry Route

Both Folegandros and Sifnos are Greek islands in the Cyclades group, and travel between them is easily done using the Greek ferry system.

During the summer months (June until September), there are 10 ferries a week sailing between Folegandros and Sifnos.

Outside of the high season, the frequency of Greek ferries sailing this route is reduced to just three ferries per week. At least you can travel Folegandros Sifnos year round though!

Ferry Operators Folegandros to Sifnos

SeaJets provide services between Folegandros and Sifnos, and Zante Ferries have run the crossing in recent seasons as well.

Zante Ferries have run a conventional ferry which means you can take vehicles onboard. SeaJets have a high speed ferry, but there they do not take cars.

Both ferry companies have run direct ferries going from Folrgandros to Sifnos, although there may be brief stops at some other islands along the way.

You can check trip duration and prices for tickets at Ferryscanner.

Zante Ferries Folegandros to Sifnos

Traveling in the Zante Ferries boat has been the cheapest option when they sail, and they have run year round. Passenger fares on this crossing start from around 8 Euro.

Normally, conventional ferries such as these have slower travel times. Crossing times vary with the season, and with how many islands the boat calls at along the way.

I find that Ferryscanner is a good website to check the Sifnos ferry schedule and book e tickets online.

SeaJets Folegandros to Sikinos

SeaJets can be classed as offering tourist vessels, as they normally only sail ferry routes such as this during the summer season.

Offering a high speed ferry type, the sailing duration is often quicker, but it does come at a premium.

As mentioned previously, you can't take your car on this Sea Jets highspeed ferry.

I find that Ferryscanner is a good website to use to book ferry tickets online.

Sifnos Island Travel Tips

A few travel tips for visiting Sifnos and planning your destination itinerary:
  • Ferries sail from Karavostasis ferry port in Folegandros. Try to be there a half an hour before departure if you have your ticket already.

  • Ferries arrive at Kamari port in Sifnos.

  • Areas to consider staying in Sifnos include Kamares, Platis Gialos, and Apollonia. Look at this guide to choose a hotel in Sifnos.

  • If you are traveling to Sifnos in the the busiest months of summer, I advise booking your hotels several months in advance.

  • For some quality beach time, head to these beaches in Sifnos: Gialos, Platis Gialos, Vathy, Herronisos, Seralia, Apokofto, and Kamares.

  • One of the best places to look at ferry schedules and to book tickets online for most ferries is at Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Folegandros to Sifnos ferry tickets in advance, especially during the height of summer.



How to make a journey from Folegandros to Sifnos FAQ

A few common question about traveling to Sifnos from Folegandros include:

How do I get to Sifnos from Folegandros?

The only way to take a trip from Folegandros to Sifnos is to use a ferry. There are up to 10 ferries per week sailing to the Cyclades island of Sifnos from Folegandros.

Is there an airport in Sifnos?

As there is no airport in the Greek island of Sifnos, the only way to get from Folegandros to Sifnos is by using the ferry network. The closest airport to Sifnos is at Milos or Paros.

How many hours is the ferry from Folegandros to Sifnos?

The ferries to the island of Sifnos from Folegandros take between 2 hours and 3 hours and 55 minutes. SeaJets and Zante Ferries have both operated ferries on the Folegandros Sifnos route, though not every company sails every season.

Where do I buy ferry tickets to Sifnos?

Ferryscanner is perhaps the easiest site to use when it comes to booking Ferry tickets online. I think it's better that you book your Folegandros to Sifnos ferry tickets in advance, you could also wait until you are in Greece, and use a travel agency.

Folegandros to Sifnos ferry guide

When should I be at the port for the ferry to Sifnos?

Turn up at least thirty minutes before departure. That is enough time to work out which boat is yours and get aboard without rushing.

Dave Briggs, writer at Dave's Travel Pages
Dave Briggs
Dave is a UK travel writer living in Athens since 2015. With 20 years of firsthand travel experience and over 80,000 km of bicycle touring across six continents, he's been blogging at Dave's Travel Pages since 2005. Every guide is based on places he's actually been.
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