Naxos to Donoussa Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Donoussa — this week
7 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day (2 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Wed 22 Jul): 1 ferries — first at 12:20
Operated by Mikres Kyklades, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 1h10m–3h55m
Naxos to Donoussa Ferry
Naxos to Donoussa -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (March to October).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Ferries run most days of the week.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Naxos to Donoussa ferry is your gateway to one of the quietest corners of the Cyclades. Donoussa sits apart from the busier Small Cyclades islands, tucked to the north-east of Naxos, and reaching it by ferry is part of what makes it feel genuinely remote. The route runs from March through to October, giving you a solid window across the full Greek island season.
During the season, you can expect around 1 sailing per day, which keeps things straightforward for planning your arrival or departure.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Donoussa:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Naxos to Donoussa — 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 | 1 | 14:30 | Mikres Kyklades |
| Wed 22 Jul | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 23 Jul | 1 | 14:30 | Mikres Kyklades |
| Fri 24 Jul | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 25 Jul | 2 | 12:20, 14:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Mikres Kyklades |
| Mon 27 Jul | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 28 Jul | 1 | 14:30 | Mikres Kyklades |
| Wed 29 Jul | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 30 Jul | 1 | 14:30 | Mikres Kyklades |
| Fri 31 Jul | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 1 Aug | 2 | 12:20, 14:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Mikres Kyklades |
| Mon 3 Aug | 1 | 12:20 | Blue Star Ferries |
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Tips for the Naxos–Donoussa Ferry
- The Cyclades group divides loosely into western (Kythnos, Serifos, Sifnos, Folegandros) and central/eastern (Paros, Naxos, Ios, Santorini) subgroups with different schedules.
- If your itinerary is time-critical (flight the next day), always choose the conventional slow ferry over the fast catamaran in summer – reliability matters more than speed.
- In Donoussa, one of the Small Cyclades between Naxos and Amorgos, the pace of life is unhurried and the beaches are genuinely secluded. The island is ideal for swimming and hiking between coves in an authentic, crowd-free setting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Naxos to Donoussa?
Typically 1 ferry per day. The route operates from March to October.
Are there ferries from Naxos to Donoussa today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Donoussa this week?
Around 7 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day, 2 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Naxos to Donoussa?
The first departure is usually 12:20.
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Donoussa?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1h10m, while the slowest takes around 3h55m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 1h10m, Mikres Kyklades 3h45m–3h55m (conventional).
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Donoussa route?
The route is served by Mikres Kyklades, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional vessels.