Ferry sailings connecting the Northern Cycladic island of Tinos to Astypalaia operate throughout the year, serviced by Blue Star Ferries as part of its cross-archipelago routes linking the Cyclades with the Dodecanese.
- Frequency: 1 time per week
- Travel Duration: 4 hours 5 minutes
- Average Ticket Price: €59.00
- Distance: 134.80 kilometers (83.76 nautical miles / ~72.8 nautical miles direct)
Key Route Details & FAQs
How long does the ferry ride from Tinos to Astypalaia take?
The journey takes approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes on conventional car ferries. Voyage times remain fairly reliable, with minor variations depending on sea conditions and intermediate island stops.
How much do tickets cost from Tinos to Astypalaia?
An economy passenger ticket averages around €59.00:
- Vehicle Transportation: Transporting a standard passenger car typically costs around €80 to €120 extra, while motorcycles range from €18 to €30.
- Passenger Discounts: Infants and toddlers up to 4 years old travel for free, while children aged 5 to 10, university students, and large families qualify for up to a 50% discount.
Are there direct ferry connections?
Depending on the specific seasonal schedule, both direct non-stop connections and multi-stop sailings (calling at intermediate ports such as Mykonos, Naxos, or Amorgos) may operate along this route.
Useful Tips for Travelers
- Departure Port in Tinos: Ferries depart from Tinos Port (Chora), located on the island’s southwestern coast within walking distance of the town center and the famous Church of Panagia Evangelistria.
- Arrival Port in Astypalaia: Conventional passenger ferries usually arrive at Agios Andreas (New Port) on the central-western coast. Local buses and taxis coordinate with ship arrivals to take travelers to Chora, Pera Gialos, or Livadi.
- Cyclades to Dodecanese Link: Because Astypalaia lies at the geographic bridge between the Cyclades and Dodecanese island groups, this weekly connection offers a convenient sea link for travelers hopping across archipelagoes without needing to route back through Piraeus.
