Greece
Amorgos → Koufonisia
Katapola on Amorgos to Koufonisia, the busiest of the Small Cyclades. The Express Skopelitis runs direct on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and the long way via Aegiali and Donoussa on other days.
Amorgos to Koufonisia ferry at a glance
The ferry from Amorgos to Koufonisia takes 40m – 1h 10m across the Aegean Sea, operated by Small Cyclades Lines and Blue Star Ferries. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: express Skopelitis daily except Sunday; Blue Star Naxos on its Piraeus–Small Cyclades–Katapola line.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
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Return crossing: Koufonisia to Amorgos
Small Cyclades Lines and Blue Star Ferries also sail Koufonisia to Amorgos, taking 40m – 1h 10m. Koufonisia → Katapola on the Express Skopelitis leaves at 16:45; it arrives at 17:55 on the direct days and 20:20 via Donoussa and Aegiali.
Amorgos to Koufonisia ferry timetable & sailing pattern
The timetable below ended on 31 October 2026; check the official timetable (Small Cyclades Lines) for current times before you travel. Small Cyclades Lines’ autumn timetable runs to 31 October 2026; its November timetable was not yet published on 29 October.
Express Skopelitis Mon–Sat: direct on Tue/Thu/Fri, via Aegiali and Donoussa on Mon/Wed/Sat
Winter timetable 14 Sep – 31 Oct 2026; the summer timetable (8 Jun – 13 Sep) runs the same pattern with the Naxos departure at 14:30
Departure times from the timetable that ended
- 07:00 from Katapola (Mon–Sat)
Return: Koufonisia → Katapola on the Express Skopelitis leaves at 16:45; it arrives at 17:55 on the direct days and 20:20 via Donoussa and Aegiali.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Small Cyclades Lines timetable →Check prices & book on Direct Ferries →Source: Small Cyclades Lines timetable (Express Skopelitis). Verified 2026-09-29.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Small Cyclades Lines | 1h 10m direct (3h 30m via Aegiali and Donoussa) | Express Skopelitis |
| Blue Star Ferries | 40m – 45m | Blue Star Naxos |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
14 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Katapola port is in Katapola village; buses connect it with Chora, Amorgos’ hilltop capital
- Koufonisia port is at the edge of Chora on Ano Koufonisi