Iraklia
Koufonissi
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
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Iraklia Koufonissi Ferry

The Iraklia Koufonissi ferry route connects Cyclades Islands with Cyclades Islands and is currently operated by 3 ferry companies. Blue Star Ferries operate their crossing up to 3 times per week, SeaJets 1 times per week & the Small Cyclades Lines service is available up to 6 times per week.

There are a combined 10 sailings available per week on the Iraklia Koufonissi crossing between Cyclades Islands and Cyclades Islands and with 3 ferry companies on offer it is advisable to compare all to make sure you get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Iraklia - Koufonissi Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 3
Operators Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Small Cyclades Lines
Average Price $13*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 8
Average Sailing Duration 53m
Fastest Sailing Duration 35m
First Ferry 00:15
Last Ferry 16:10
Distance 8 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Iraklia to Koufonissi?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Iraklia to Koufonissi is approximately 46m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Iraklia to Koufonissi?

    There are currently 3 popular ferry operators travelling from Iraklia to Koufonissi. The following operators that provide this service are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • SeaJets
    • Small Cyclades Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Iraklia to Koufonissi?

    Ferries from Iraklia to Koufonissi are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Iraklia Guide

The small Greek island of Iraklia is one of the Cyclades group of islands and is located in the Aegean Sea. It measures around 18 sq. km and lies between the island of Naxos and the island of Ios, and is close to the islands of Schoinoussa, Koufonisi, Donoussa and Keros which together for the Small Cyclades group of islands. The island has many artefacts that have been found confirming that ancient settlements and tomb were located on the island. Finds include evidence of the Early Cycladic civilisation (3rd millennium BC) and the ruins of the temples of the Goddess Luck and the Goddess Zeus, dating back to the 4th - 2nd century BC. The islands coastal terrain, characterised by coves and naturally formed caves, were good hiding places for pirates and smugglers during the Turkish Occupation.

Agios Georgios is the island's port from which ferries operate to Piraeus with a crossing time of between 8 and 10 hours, depending on route. Ferry services are also available to the other islands of the Small Cyclades and also to Naxos and Amorgos.


Koufonissi Guide

The Greek island of Koufonisia is located to the east of the island of Naxos and to the west of the island of Amorgos, and is made up of two islets named Pano Koufonisi and Kato Koufonisi. The two islets are separated by a strait which is around 200 meters wide and the island's name is derived from the Greek for "Hollow Island" which is a reference to the large caves which led pirates to believe that the island was hollow when viewed from the sea. Located close to Koufonisia is the deserted island of Keros which has been declared an archaeological site that is under protection because of the many Cycladic artefacts that have been found on the island.

Pano Koufonisi is the only inhabited of the two islets and is a popular destination for visitors who want to relax on the island's golden sandy beaches or to swim in the island's war, crystal clear waters.


Iraklia to Koufonissi Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/25/2024 and 3/31/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 02:00 02:55 55 minutes Sun
Blue Star Ferries 02:15 03:05 50 minutes Tue, Thu
Small Cyclades Lines 15:40 16:30 50 minutes Fri, Sat, Sun

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