Greece
Naxos → Amorgos
The local Express Skopelitis leaves Naxos and threads through Iraklia, Schinoussa and Koufonisia to Katapola on Amorgos. On some days it also calls at Donousa and Aegiali. The Small Cyclades see few tourists, and this is their lifeline boat.
Naxos to Amorgos ferry at a glance
The ferry from Naxos to Amorgos takes About 3h 50m – 6h 20m (via the Small Cyclades) across the Aegean Sea, operated by Small Cyclades Lines and Blue Star Ferries. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: express Skopelitis Monday–Saturday from Naxos; Blue Star Naxos several times a week.
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 2026-09-28.
Sources: smallcycladeslines.gr · bluestarferries.com · bluestarferries.com · How we verify
Return crossing: Amorgos to Naxos
Small Cyclades Lines and Blue Star Ferries also sail Amorgos to Naxos, taking About 3h 50m – 6h 20m (via the Small Cyclades). Amorgos to Naxos runs in the morning: the Express Skopelitis leaves Katapola at 07:00 and reaches Naxos at 10:50 (Tue/Thu/Fri) or 13:05 (Mon/Wed/Sat).
Naxos to Amorgos 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’ Express Skopelitis schedule shown ran to 31 October 2026; on 4 November its routes page still had only the summer and 14 September – 31 October schedules, so the winter schedule was not yet published. Last winter Express Skopelitis kept sailing (its schedule ran 1 November 2025 – 7 June 2026); check its timetable before you travel.
Monday to Saturday: Naxos 14:00 → Iraklia → Schinoussa → Koufonisi → (Donousa → Aegiali on Mon/Wed/Sat) → Katapola
Timetable valid 14/09/2026 – 31/10/2026; a different summer timetable ran 08/06 – 13/09/2026
Departure times from the timetable that ended
- 14:00
Return: Amorgos to Naxos runs in the morning: the Express Skopelitis leaves Katapola at 07:00 and reaches Naxos at 10:50 (Tue/Thu/Fri) or 13:05 (Mon/Wed/Sat).
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 Ferryscanner →Source: Small Cyclades Lines published Express Skopelitis timetable. Verified 2026-09-28.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Small Cyclades Lines | 3h 55m – 6h 20m (via Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia) | Express Skopelitis |
| Blue Star Ferries | Varies (via Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonisia) | Blue Star Naxos |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
35 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Naxos port is beside Chora
- Katapola has buses to Chora and the Hozoviotissa Monastery