Kea – Naxos

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Kea – Naxos

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Ferry from Kea to Naxos

The Kea to Naxos ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Kea to Naxos is approximately 8 hours 20 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kea to Naxos.

Ferry times from Kea to Naxos

Kea Naxos ferry sailings typycally depart from Kea at around 08:10. The last ferry leaves at 08:25.

How long is the ferry from Kea to Naxos?

The Kea Naxos ferry trip can take around 8 hours 20 minutes. The fastest Kea to Naxos ferry is around 8 hours 20 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Kea Naxos Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Kea to Naxos operated by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Nel Lines.

Ferry prices from Kea to Naxos

The average price is typically $38*. The cheapest ferries from Kea to Naxos start from $38*. The average price for a foot passenger is $38*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated July 25

How far is it from Kea to Naxos?

The distance between Kea to Naxos is approximately 81 miles (130km) or 70 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Kea Naxos ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Kea and Naxos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Kea and Naxos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Kea to Naxos?

Foot passengers can travel on the Kea to Naxos ferry with Blue Star Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Kea to Naxos?

Pets can travel on ferries from Kea to Naxos with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Kea - Naxos Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryCyclades Islands
Destination CountryCyclades Islands
No. of Operators3
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Nel Lines
Average Price$38
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings1
Average Sailing Duration8 h 20 m
Fastest Sailing Duration8 h 20 m
First Ferry08:10
Last Ferry08:25
Distance70 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.

Kea to Naxos Ferry Most Popular Questions

Kea Guide

The Greek island of Kea is located in the Aegean Sea and is one of the Cycladese group of islands. Kea is roughly 20 km from Cape Sounio and 60 km to the south east of Athens, the Greek capital. The island is not particularly large, measuring 9 km wide and 19 km long, and its main villages are Korissa and Vourkari. One of the most popular visitor attractions on the island is the pretty port of Korissia, which is surrounded by white washed houses with colourful roofs, the enamel factory, winding cobbled alleys and picturesque churches. Visitors will often see caiques and fishing boats in the harbour.

The island's crystal clear waters make it a popular destination for scuba divers. The island's waters have excellent visibility, is rich in marine life and is great for wall diving. Some of the most popular dive sites around the island are the wreck of the steamship Patris which sank in 1868 and also the famous wreck of HMS Britannic, the sister ship of the Titanic, which is located around 1.5 nautical miles offshore. The latter is popular with Tec divers as the wreck is at a depth of around 120 meters.


Naxos Guide

Naxos is a Greek island that lies in the Aegean Sea and is part of the Cyclades group of islands. The island has a rich and interesting history and has been ruled by a number of different civilisations during its history, including the Byzantine, Frankish and Venetians, all of which have left their mark on the island. The island has a flourishing agricultural economy thanks to its fertile terrain and visitors will see both olives and grapes being grown.

Popular attractions on the island, aside from its lovely beaches, tend to focus around Hora and include the Venetian Castle. Also popular with visitors are the island's villages, with one of the largest being Filoti which is situated next to Mount Zeus and Apiranthos which is next to Mount Fanari. Another popular way to spend time on the island is to take to one of the many trails on the island and to go hiking into the mountains.

The island's port is also located in Chora. From the port ferries depart to Piraeus (Athens) and to the other islands in the Cyclades.

Kea to Naxos
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 7/7/2025 and 7/13/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 08:10 16:45 8 hours 35 minutes Sat

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