Naxos – Donoussa

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Naxos – Donoussa

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Ferry from Naxos to Donoussa

The Naxos Donoussa ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Blue Star Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines. Naxos Donoussa ferries take around 3 hours 45 minutes. The ferry costs between £13 and £30, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Naxos to Donoussa.

Naxos Donoussa Ferry Times

The first Naxos Donoussa ferry typically departs from Naxos at around 01:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:50.

How long is the ferry from Naxos to Donoussa?

The Naxos Donoussa ferry trip can take around 3 hours 45 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 1 hour 10 minutes with Blue Star Ferries. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Naxos Donoussa Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 3 weekly sailings from Naxos to Donoussa provided by Blue Star Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly. Small Cyclades Lines provide 3 sailings weekly.

Naxos Donoussa Ferry Prices

Naxos Donoussa ferry prices typically range between £13* and £30*. The average price is typically £16*. The cheapest Naxos Donoussa ferry prices start from £13*. The average price for a foot passenger is £16*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Naxos to Donoussa?

The distance between Naxos to Donoussa is approximately 29.2 miles (47.0km) or 25 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Naxos Donoussa ferry?

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

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines ferries between Naxos and Donoussa.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Naxos to Donoussa with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Naxos - Donoussa Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines
Average Price £15*
Average Weekly Sailings 3
Average Sailing Duration 3h 33m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 10m
First Ferry 01:00
Last Ferry 23:50
Distance 25 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Naxos Guide

The Greek island of Naxos is part of the Cyclades group of islands that lie in the Aegean Sea. Naxos City, or Chora, is the island's largest town and capital and is built amphitheatrically on the island's west coast. It is also home to one of the biggest ports in the Aegean Sea. The town is popular with tourists and as a result there are many bars, restaurants and cafes to cater for them. The small island of Palatia, which extends from the mainland of Naxos, is the town's emblem. Located on the small island is Portara, which is a monument resembling a door standing alone, without any walls attached to either side. A visit to Portara is advisable, especially after your swim, whilst the sun is setting.

The island is also well known for its food and for producing the famous Naxian potatoes, wine, Kitron liquor productions and the popular cheese called Graviera. There are many restaurants located throughout the island serving local produce to the many tourists who visit.

From the island's port ferries depart to Piraeus (Athens) and to the other islands in the Cyclades.


Donoussa Guide

The Greek island of Donoussa is the most northerly of the Small Eastern Cyclades group of islands and lies to the east of the island of Naxos and north of Amorgos. The island is quite small with a land area of around 13 sq. km and has a number of coves and hidden sandy beaches just waiting for visitors to explore. The island's residents, which amount to about 100, live mainly in the villages of Donoussa, Stavros, which is the largest and home to the island's port, Mersini, Haravgi and Kalotaritissa. A popular attraction on the island are the caves of "Spilia Tichou" with its spectacular stalactite formations, in the north west of the island, and "Fokospilia" on the island's east coast. According to mythology, Dionysus offered Ariadni a hiding place in Donoússa so that Thesseus could not find her. A settlement dating to the Geometric Period as well as remains of Bronze Age dwellings reveal the historical importance of the island.

Donoussa is connected by ferry to the port of Piraeus and to Naxos and Amorgos.

Naxos to Donoussa
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 01:00 02:10 1 hour 10 minutes Sat
Blue Star Ferries 23:50 01:00 1 hour 10 minutes Tue, Thu

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