Ferries Syros – Folegandros

Sailing Time
5h 40m – 7h 20m
Operating time
Sep – Nov
Frequency
once a week
Pets
Pets are allowed on this route
Price
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Book your Syros – Folegandros ferry here and begin your Cyclades escape with a crossing between two distinctly characterful Greek islands. Syros, home to the elegant port town of Ermoupoli, brings urban island charm, while Folegandros welcomes you with dramatic cliffs, quiet coves and the whitewashed lanes of Chora. This Blue Star Ferries route can be travelled without a vehicle, leaving you free to enjoy the journey at an unhurried island pace. Choose your preferred sailing and secure your place for the journey to Folegandros.

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How long is the travel time for Syros – Folegandros?

The Syros – Folegandros crossing takes between 5h 40m and 7h 20m. Blue Star Ferries sails once a week, from September to November.

The ferry journey from Syros to Folegandros links two distinctive Cycladic islands across the Aegean. As no average sailing duration is provided, the crossing time is not stated here; it can vary with the vessel used, the calling pattern at other islands and sea conditions. The voyage is a fine opportunity to watch the Cyclades unfold from the deck, with Folegandros’ dramatic, rugged coastline marking a memorable arrival.

Methods of Travel Syros – Folegandros

For the Syros – Folegandros ferry route, Blue Star Ferries offers a travel option where taking a vehicle is not required. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for travellers continuing their Cyclades holiday on foot, arriving in Folegandros ready to explore its dramatic cliffs, whitewashed villages and inviting island pace.

Are pets allowed on the Syros – Folegandros route?

Yes, pets are allowed on the Syros – Folegandros route.

Pets can be booked on the Blue Star Ferries service from Syros to Folegandros, letting four-legged companions share in the island-hopping journey through the Cyclades. When preparing for the crossing, make sure your pet is comfortable with its carrier or travel arrangement, bring water for the journey, and allow a little extra time at the port so departure begins calmly.

Check-in Information Syros – Folegandros

For the Syros–Folegandros ferry with Blue Star Ferries, passengers should complete check-in at least 120 minutes before departure. The same 120-minute lead time applies if you are travelling with a vehicle. Arriving with time to spare lets the harbour-side bustle fade into the background as your Cyclades crossing begins.

You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Have an accepted form of identification ready: Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID card or passport. Keep your travel documents close at hand as you make your way through Syros port towards Folegandros.

Port Information Syros – Folegandros

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Syros to Folegandros Ferry

Leaving Syros behind, the ferry journey to Folegandros carries you south through the Cyclades, from the elegant harbour town of Ermoupoli towards one of Greece’s most strikingly rugged islands. Folegandros is known for its dramatic cliffs, clear Aegean light and Chora, a beautiful whitewashed settlement poised high above the sea. It is a destination that feels pleasingly removed from the rush, inviting long walks through narrow lanes, unhurried meals and swims in small, rocky coves. The Syros – Folegandros ferry route is a natural choice for island-hoppers who want to exchange Syros’s grand neoclassical character for Folegandros’s wilder, quieter landscape.

On this route option, Blue Star Ferries requires accommodation, while taking a vehicle is not required, making the crossing suitable for travellers continuing on foot. Pets can be included in your booking with Blue Star Ferries. For departure from Syros, both passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before sailing. You will need an accepted identity document, with either an ID or passport accepted; Blue Star Ferries does not require the supplier ticket at check-in. Use this page to compare available Syros to Folegandros ferry crossings and choose the sailing that best suits the rhythm of your Cyclades holiday.

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