How to travel from Astypalaia to Kythnos, Greece
The distance between Astypalaia and Kythnos is around 249km (155 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4hrs.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Astypalaia to Kythnos by ferry, plane and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kythnos → Astypalaia if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Syros Island (JSY) then take a ferry to Kýthnos.
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time1h 35m
- Typical cost€260($260)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Naxos and then to Kýthnos.
- Duration8h 25m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€145($145)
Multiple ferry operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Astypalaia and Kythnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Astypalaia to Kythnos by ferry, plane and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €145 ($145) and will take around 8h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €260 ($260).
The distance between Astypalaia and Kythnos is around 249km (155 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 190km (118 miles)
It takes around 8h 25m to get from Astypalaia and Kythnos by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Astypalaia to Kythnos is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx €260 ($260).
The cheapest way to travel between Astypalaia and Kythnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €145 ($145) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Astypalaia and Kythnos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Syros Island (JSY) then take a ferry to Kýthnos. instead which will take 4hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Astypalaia and Kythnos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Syros Island (JSY) then take a ferry to Kýthnos. instead which will take 4hrs.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Astypalaia and Kythnos. The ferry typically takes around 8h 25m and departs once a week.
Blue Star Ferries and Seajets run the ferry services between Astypalaia and Kythnos. Ferries run once a week and take around 8h 25m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Astypalaia to Kythnos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Syros Island (JSY) then take a ferry to Kýthnos. instead which will take 4hrs.
The closest major airport to Kythnos is Paros Airport (PAS) (PAS) which is approximately 70km (43 miles) from Kythnos. Athens International Airport (ATH) (ATH) and Milos Airport (MLO) (MLO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Astypalaia to Kythnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Naxos and then to Kýthnos. instead which will take 8h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Astypalaia to Kythnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 8h 25m and will usually cost around €145 ($145).
Compare travel optionsbetween Astypalaia and Kythnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 4hrs | €260($260) | once a week | 435km (270 miles) |
| Fly to Paros (PAS), Ferry | 5hrs | €305($305) | once a week | 532km (331 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Ferry | 5h 40m | €150($150) | 3 times a week | 426km (265 miles) |
Ferry | 8h 25m | €145($145) | once a week | 249km (155 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Astypalaia and Kythnos
Ferry operators
Airlines
Sky Express
Train operators
Greek Railways (Suburban)
Airports near Kythnos
The following major airports near Kythnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Paros Airport (PAS)
- Distance
- 70km (43 miles) from Kythnos
Athens International Airport (ATH)
- Distance
- 74km (46 miles) from Kythnos
Milos Airport (MLO)
- Distance
- 77km (48 miles) from Kythnos