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How to get from Andros to Syros
There are few direct boats between Andros and Syros; most trips go from Gavrio (Andros) to Tinos and then on to Syros, taking about 2 h 30 to 4 h in total depending on the connection. Neither island links to the other by air, so the ferry is the only option.
Best option: Ferry. Changing at Tinos, which has frequent boats to both islands, is the most reliable way to make this trip.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Ferry from Gavrio (Andros) to Tinos on the Rafina line, then a ferry from Tinos to Syros (Ermoupoli); direct Andros–Syros sailings run only on some days | about 2 h 30 to 4 h including the change, depending on the connection | connections every day in summer, fewer in winter | about €25–45 per person for both legs | Check current timetables for any direct sailing and for the connection time at Tinos; Tinos has two ports, so confirm which one each boat uses. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Gavrio is about 30–40 minutes by road from Chora (Andros town); allow time for the drive or bus.
- Leave a margin of at least an hour at Tinos, as summer ferries are often late.
- Tinos is worth a night on its own if the connection is awkward.
- Ferries can be cancelled in strong north winds, mainly in July and August (meltemi).
Common questions
Is there a direct ferry from Andros to Syros?
Only occasionally. The main ferry line from Andros runs Rafina–Andros–Tinos–Mykonos, while Syros is on the Piraeus lines, so most trips need a change at Tinos. On some days a boat may call at both islands, but this varies by season and year. Search ferry booking sites for the exact date to see what is running.
How long does it take to get from Andros to Syros?
About 2 h 30 to 4 h door to port, including the change at Tinos. Gavrio to Tinos takes about 1 h 30 to 2 h, and Tinos to Syros about 30 min to 1 h. The total depends mostly on how long you wait at Tinos for the onward boat. Check current timetables before booking both legs.
Can I fly between Andros and Syros?
No. Andros has no airport. Syros has a small airport with flights to Athens, but there is no flight between the two islands, and going through Athens would take far longer than the ferry. The ferry, with a change at Tinos, is the only practical way.
Should I book both ferry legs together?
Book each leg with care: they may be different ferry companies, and if the first boat is late the second will not wait. Leave a comfortable gap at Tinos, and in July and August book ahead, particularly with a car. Outside summer, foot passengers can usually buy tickets on the day at the port agencies.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.