Naxos
Donoussa
Ferry to Cyclades Islands
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Naxos Donoussa Ferry

The Naxos Donoussa ferry route connects Cyclades Islands with Cyclades Islands and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Blue Star Ferries service runs up to 4 times per week with a sailing duration of around 1 hour 10 minutes while the Small Cyclades Lines service runs up to 3 times per week with a duration from 3 hours 55 minutes.

So that’s a combined 7 sailings on offer per week on the Naxos Donoussa route between Cyclades Islands and Cyclades Islands. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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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 £24*
Average Weekly Sailings 6
Average Sailing Duration 2h 25m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 10m
First Ferry 12:20
Last Ferry 23:55
Distance 25 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 Naxos to Donoussa?

    The ferry crossing time from Naxos to Donoussa is approximately 2h 32m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Naxos to Donoussa?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Naxos to Donoussa. These are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Small Cyclades Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Naxos to Donoussa?

    Book ferries from Naxos to Donoussa through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Naxos Donoussa Ferry reviews

  • "Oops! You left us all behind in Paros!!"

    We queued in the correct ‘pens’ in Paros, our ferry arrived….but no-one opened our gates 3&4 where we were waiting, and the ferry left without us. Luckily for us, there was another of your ferries 1/2 hr later, and we all got on that! It was traumatic to see our ferry depart without us.

    'Blue Star Naxos' travelled on Blue Star Naxos

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  • "Super traversée !"

    Pour un prix plus que raisonnable dans la section économique, et si vous arrivez tôt, vous aurez un siège très confortable à l'intérieur du bateau. Et le café du comptoir restaurant est délicieux !

    'Blue Star Naxos' travelled on Blue Star Naxos

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  • "Great Trip"

    Travelling between Piraeus and Naxos was fast, comfortable and very pleasant. The ferries are super clean with plenty of seating and facilities. Lots of staff on hand to provide guidance on where to go. Service was on time. Food was ok and reasonably priced.

    'Blue Star Naxos' travelled on Blue Star Naxos

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  • "Another great trip with Blue Star Naxos"

    Excellent trip back to Athens from Paros on Blue Star Naxos. It’s worth paying that little extra to travel Business Class where the lounge is quiet and restful and with excellent waiter service throughout the trip.

    'Blue Star Naxos' travelled on Blue Star Naxos

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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 04/12/2023 and 10/12/2023


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 01:00 02:10 1 hour 10 minutes Sat
Small Cyclades Lines 14:00 17:45 3 hours 45 minutes Tue, Thu, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 23:50 01:00 1 hour 10 minutes Tue, Thu

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