Naxos to Koufonisia Ferry: Schedules, Timetables and Ferry Services

There are at least four Naxos to Koufonisia ferry crossings per day during the summer, with the quickest one taking just 35 minutes. In this guide to taking a ferry from Naxos to Koufonisia, I'll share with you some useful tips for choosing which Naxos Koufonisia ferry to take when traveling in Greece.

Ferries from Naxos to Koufonisia

The Greek islands of Naxos and Koufonisia are connected by regular ferry services, with multiple crossings available throughout the peak tourist season.

The cheapest ferry ticket for the crossing from Naxos to Koufonisia costs 7.00 EUR,. It’s operated by Blue Star Ferries, and has a travel time of 2 hours and 5 minutes.

The most expensive Naxos – Koufonisia ticket is priced at 43.70 EUR, operated by Seajets, with the quickest travel time of 35 minutes.

Overall, the ferry trips range from the fastest at 35 minutes to the slowest at 5 hours and 45 minutes.

You can book ferry tickets online with: Ferryscanner

Naxos to Koufonisia Ferry Schedules 2024

There are four ferry operators serving this route: Small Cyclades Lines, Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, and Saos Ferries.

The busiest days vary by month:

• In August 2024, Thursdays and Mondays see the most activity, averaging 6 crossings per day.
• In September 2024, Tuesdays are the busiest with an average of 5 crossings per day.
• In October 2024, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays average 2 crossings per day.

Please note there will be no ferry service on October 20, 2024, and October 27, 2024.

Which Naxos Koufonissi Ferry To Take?

Unless time is of the essence, I'd suggest getting one of the slower ferries. This is because the fastest ferry is a crazy multiple of the cheapest ticket, which is just an hour or two slower! The cost of a slower ferry is around the 7.00 Euro mark – a much more budget friendly island-hopping option!

Where to book ferry tickets online

In the past, you had to use a travel agency to book ferries. Nowadays, life is easier and you can book an e ticket for journeys between the Cyclades islands online.

Keep in mind that prices can change seasonally. The simplest place to look at schedules and up to date ferry ticket pricing for Greek ferries is at the Ferryscanner website.

How to travel from Naxos to Koufonisia FAQ

A few of the frequently asked questions about how to get to Koufonisia from Naxos include:

How do we get to Koufonisia from Naxos?

The only way to travel from Naxos to Koufonisia is to take a ferry. There are 4 ferries per day, and on some days 6 ferries sailing to the island of Koufonisia from Naxos.

Is there an airport on Koufonisia?

There is no airport at Koufonisia. The closest island with an airport is Naxos which has flights to and from Athens.

How long is the ferry ride from Naxos to Koufonisia?

The ferries to Koufonisia from Naxos take between 35 minutes and 5 hours and 55 minutes. There’s little to no point in getting the ferry slow boat though! Ferry operators on the Naxos Koufonisia route may include SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Saos, and Small Cyclades Lines (Express Skopelitis).

Where can I buy tickets for the ferry to Koufonisia?

Ferryhopper is perhaps the easiest site to use when it comes to booking Ferry tickets online. Although I suggest you book your Naxos to Koufonisia ferry tickets in advance, you could also wait until you are in Greece, and use a travel agency.

– Dave Briggs
Dave is a travel writer currently based in Greece As well as writing this travel guide about ferries from Naxos to Koufonisia, he's written hundreds of other insightful travel guides to Greek islands and destinations. Follow Dave on social media for travel inspiration from Greece and beyond:

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