Ferry sailings connecting the South-Western Cycladic island of Kimolos to Northern Cycladic Andros operate primarily during the high season, serviced by Blue Star Ferries as part of seasonal inter-island routes linking the Western and Northern Cyclades.
- Frequency: 1 time per week (primarily during high season / summer peak)
- Travel Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes
- Average Ticket Price: €13.00
- Distance: 106.15 kilometers (65.96 nautical miles / ~57 nautical miles direct)
Key Route Details & FAQs
How long does the ferry ride from Kimolos to Andros take?
The journey takes approximately 7 hours and 45 minutes on standard conventional car ferries. Voyage times reflect the extended routing that makes multiple stops across different Cycladic sub-groups.
How much do tickets cost from Kimolos to Andros?
An economy passenger ticket starts at a very budget-friendly average price of €13.00:
- Vehicle Transportation: Carrying a standard passenger car typically costs around €35 to €60 extra, while motorcycles range from €8 to €15.
- Passenger Discounts: Infants and toddlers up to 4 years old travel free of charge, while children aged 5 to 10, university students, and large families qualify for up to a 50% discount.
Are there direct ferry connections?
No direct non-stop connections currently operate between Kimolos and Andros. All trips operate as multi-stop island-hopping connections calling at intermediate ports (such as Milos, Sifnos, Serifos, Kythnos, or Syros) along the way.
Useful Tips for Travelers
- Departure Port in Kimolos: Ferries depart from Psathi Port, the quiet harbor village on the southeastern coast of Kimolos.
- Arrival Port in Andros: Ships dock at Gavrio Port, located on the northwestern coast of Andros. Local KTEL public buses and taxis meet arriving ferries to take travelers to Batsi or Chora.
- Cross-Cyclades Island Hopping: Because Kimolos is in the Western Cyclades and Andros is in the North, this route acts as a seasonal bridge linking two distinct island chains without needing an intermediate transfer at Piraeus or Lavrio.
