Iraklia To Schinoussa Ferry Services
There are regular ferries sailing between the Greek islands of Iraklia and Schinoussa, and the travel time is barely 5 minutes.
Ferry Snapshot: Iraklia to Schinoussa
- Sailings on 13 of the next 14 days
- Crossing time from 5 min, up to 10 min
- Earliest departure 02:00, latest 15:40
- Operated by Blue Star Ferries and Small Cyclades Lines
- Tickets from €3.50
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, restaurant, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi, outside deck
Iraklia to Schinoussa September 2026 Ferry Timetable
Iraklia to Schinoussa October 2026 Ferry Timetable
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Iraklia - Schinoussa by ferry
In June, Vanessa and myself visited Iraklia in the Cyclades islands of Greece for the second time.
We'd booked three weeks in Iraklia, and the idea was we would also take one or two day trips to Schinoussa. Here's Vanessa in the photo below (she's the one on the right!).
While there are some local tours available, we wanted the flexibility of seeing Schinoussa on our own terms, and so decided to use the Greek ferry system.
As it turned out, you can visit Schinoussa from Iraklia on the regular Greek ferries, with one or two sailings a day in season.
As usual, we booked the ferries using: Ferryscanner
Note: You can travel from Iraklia to Schinoussa almost every day of the week, it's just that it's not possible to make a meaningful day trip every day.
So, if you are looking to simply island hop from Iraklia to Schinoussa you can do so easily.
Iraklia to Schinoussa Blue Star Ferries
For our day trip from Iraklia to Schonoussa, we found that Blue Star Ferries offered the best option.
Importantly, there was a return journey later the same evening. This meant we had about 7 hours on Schinoussa to chceck out a few beaches and grab a dinner.
I highly recommend eating at To Pertrino by the way!
Now, I can't say that the ferry timetables will be the same every year, or even every month. However, there does generally seem to be the possibility of putting together this DIY Iraklia to Schinoussa day trip all through the summer months using the regular ferry services like we did.
You can check the latest ferry timetables and schedules for crossings between Iraklia and Schinoussa at: Ferryscanner
Tips for taking the ferry from Iraklia to Schinoussa
Both of these Greek islands are tiny, and their ferry ports the same. You don't need to get down to the port at Iraklia super early - even 10 minutes before will be fine.
There's a small covered waiting area at Iraklia port, and you can clearly see the ferry boat arriving.
Boarding will be very quick as the ferry will only be in port for a few minutes.
Once on the ferry, you'll have to go upstairs in the passenger waiting area, even though you'll only be there a few minutes.
Curiously, if you are traveling by vehicle, which we did when taking the Iraklia to Schinoussa ferry, you can wait in the car below decks. This is something that rarely happens on Greek ferries!
On arrival at Schinoussa, you'll again be in a very small port. If you are a foot passenger, it will be a bit of an uphill walk into the main village.
For anyone who is not traveling as a day trip, but will be staying on Schinoussa, hotel owners normally pick up new arrivals at the port.
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Iraklia to Schinoussa ferry FAQ
Frequently asked questions about this ferry route:
How long is the ferry from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
The crossing takes from about 5 minutes, and up to 10 minutes on the slower boat. It is one of the shortest ferry rides you will take in Greece.
How often do ferries run between Iraklia and Schinoussa?
There are usually one or two sailings a day in season. You can travel almost any day of the week, although the timings do not always suit a day trip.
Can I do a day trip from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
Yes, on the days when there is a return sailing later the same evening. That can give you several hours on the island for a few beaches and a meal.
How much is a ticket from Iraklia to Schinoussa?
Fares start from around 3.50 euros. It is one of the cheapest crossings in the Cyclades.
Where do I book the Iraklia to Schinoussa ferry?
We book ours online through Ferryscanner, which shows the current timetables for the crossing. Tickets for such a short hop are rarely a problem to get.
How early should I be at the harbour in Iraklia?
Half an hour before departure is plenty for a small port like this one. Boats on the little islands run can turn up slightly ahead of time, so it is worth being down there rather than finishing a coffee up the hill.
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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