Milos to Sifnos Ferry
🚢 Milos → Sifnos — this week
31 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 4/day (5 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Wed 22 Jul): 4 ferries — first at 08:00
Operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries · crossing 40m–2h10m
Book Milos to Sifnos ferries in 2026 with up to 4 daily departures March-November.
Milos to Sifnos Ferry
Milos to Sifnos -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (March to November).
- Frequency: 1 to 6 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Milos and Sifnos sit less than 20 nautical miles apart in the Western Cyclades, yet the two islands feel like different worlds. Milos is volcanic, dramatic, and raw -- a landscape of coloured cliffs and hidden sea caves. Sifnos is quieter and more refined, with whitewashed villages stacked on hillsides and a food culture that has no equal in the Cyclades. Taking the ferry between them is one of the most satisfying short hops in the Aegean.
The Milos to Sifnos ferry route is well served through the main tourist season. You can expect up to four or five sailings on a peak summer day, dropping to a handful each week at the shoulder ends of the season. The crossing itself is short -- typically under an hour on a fast ferry -- which makes it easy to combine both islands in a single trip without the journey eating into your time.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Milos to Sifnos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.3 (1–3) |
| April | Yes | 2.6 (2–5) |
| May | Yes | 3.3 (2–5) |
| June | Yes | 4.0 (3–5) |
| July | Yes | 4.5 (4–6) |
| August | Yes | 4.3 (4–5) |
| September | Yes | 3.5 (2–5) |
| October | Yes | 2.4 (2–3) |
| November | Yes | 2.0 |
| December | No | – |
Milos to Sifnos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-21):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 21 Jul | 6 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 14:45, 16:30, 18:05 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 22 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:00, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 5 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 14:45, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 6 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 14:45, 16:30, 18:05 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:00, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 5 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 14:45, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 4 | 08:00, 09:45, 13:15, 16:30 | SeaJets |
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Tips for the Milos–Sifnos Ferry
- Delays happen -- particularly in peak season when ports are busy, and whenever a Meltemi kicks in across the Aegean. Check the departure board or your operator's app before you head to the port, and build a little slack into your onward plans.
- Book as early as you can for July and August. This is one of the busier Western Cyclades connections and vehicle deck space sells out fast. Even if you're travelling on foot, leaving it to last minute in high season means paying more for the few remaining seats.
- If only one company is running the route on your travel date, the meaningful choice is not which operator but which class of service. Deck class is fine for a short crossing on a calm day; a reserved seat is worth the small extra cost if you're travelling with luggage or children.
- Sifnos has a genuine claim to being the food capital of the Cyclades -- this is not a tourist cliche. The island has produced more professional chefs per capita than anywhere else in Greece, and the tradition goes back centuries. Give yourself time in Apollonia, wander up to the hilltop Kastro, and make a point of finding the Church of the Seven Martyrs on its rocky promontory above the sea. It earns its reputation as one of the most photographed spots in the islands.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Milos to Sifnos?
1 to 6 ferries per day depending on the season. The route operates from March to November.
Are there ferries from Milos to Sifnos today?
Yes – 6 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Milos to Sifnos this week?
Around 31 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 4 per day, 5 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Milos to Sifnos?
The first departure is usually 08:00.
How long is the ferry from Milos to Sifnos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 40m, while the slowest takes around 2h10m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 40m–1h55m (high-speed), Fast Ferries 1h25m (conventional), Blue Star Ferries 2h10m.
Which ferry companies operate the Milos–Sifnos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.