Greece
Irakleia to Schoinousa Ferry
Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026
Departs
Irakleia
Arrives
Schoinousa
Cyclades
Small Cyclades LinesAt a glance
The Irakleia to Schoinousa ferry takes about 10m, with one departure at 15:40. It is operated by Small Cyclades Lines. Fares start from €5.
- First sailing
- 15:40
- Last sailing
- 15:40
- Sailings listed
- 1
- Crossing
- 10m
Irakleia to Schoinousa ferry timetable
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:40 | 15:50 | 10m | Small Cyclades LinesExpress Skopelitis | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
About the Irakleia – Schoinousa crossing
The Express Skopelitis leaves Irakleia at 15.40 and is tied up at Schoinousa by 15.50. Ten minutes, six days a week — Monday through Saturday, with no Sunday sailing.
A leg, not a journey
This crossing is the third call of an afternoon run that starts in Naxos at 14.00 and works outward through the group. Nobody boards at Irakleia purely to reach Schoinousa and stop there; almost everyone aboard is continuing to Koufonisi or Donousa, or came down from Naxos in the first place. The ship is alongside at each island for about ten minutes, which is roughly what the crossing itself takes.
Coming back
The return runs the following morning, and its time depends on where the ship overnighted. If she stopped at Koufonisi, Schoinousa is called at 08.55 and Irakleia at 09.15. If she went on to Donousa, the same calls fall at 11.10 and 11.30. Either way there is one crossing per direction per day; a same-day return between these two islands is not on the timetable.
Which schedule this is
The 15.40 departure appears in both published editions on file — 1 November 2025 to 7 June 2026 and 14 September to 31 October 2026 — at the same minute. Small Cyclades Lines issues a separate high-season timetable for the summer months, so these times should not be assumed for July or August.
Vehicles, pets & onboard
- 340 passengers and 11–12 cars
- Open aft deck
- Freight and island supplies
- Day excursions in the Small Cyclades in season
- Tickets and times through island agents — no online booking
Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.
Ships on the Irakleia – Schoinousa route
Express Skopelitis works this crossing on all 1 listed sailings.
Express Skopelitis
Small Cyclades Lines
1 sailing on this route
Getting to & from the ports
Frequently asked questions
How long is the crossing?
Ten minutes. The Express Skopelitis leaves Irakleia at 15:40 and is alongside at Schoinousa at 15:50.
Which company operates this route?
Small Cyclades Lines, with the Express Skopelitis. No other operator has a scheduled sailing on this particular leg.
Does it run on Sundays?
No. The service runs Monday to Saturday, six days a week, with no Sunday departure in the published timetable.
Can I visit Schoinousa and return the same day?
Not on this ferry. There is one crossing per direction per day: out at 15:40 in the afternoon, back the following morning at either 08:55 or 11:10 depending on where the ship overnighted.
Can I bring a vehicle?
The Express Skopelitis has room for roughly eleven vehicles in total across the whole run, so a car on this leg needs booking well ahead in the high season.
How much does a ticket cost?
Fares start from around €5. Prices vary by operator, season, cabin and whether you take a vehicle.
How often does the ferry run?
There is 1 departure on operating days, departing at 15:40.
Does the ferry run all year?
Sailings operate on selected days, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.
Can I take a pet on this ferry?
Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with Small Cyclades Lines, so declare your pet when booking.
What's the luggage allowance?
Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.
Where can I check live sailing times?
The timetable on this page shows the latest published sailings for this route. Always confirm with the operator before travelling, as schedules change seasonally.
Continue your journey
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Timetable valid Sep 14, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 12, 2026.
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Lowest published one-way fare. Final price varies by operator, date and vehicle.
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