How to travel from Zakynthos to Sifnos, Greece
The distance between Zakynthos and Sifnos is around 474km (294 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 35m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Zakynthos to Sifnos by ferry, bus, plane and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sifnos → Zakynthos if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Milos (MLO) then take a ferry to Sifnos.
- Duration2h 35m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost€245($245)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Athens and then to Sifnos.
- Duration8h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€125($125)
Multiple ferry operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zakynthos and Sifnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Zakynthos to Sifnos by ferry, bus, plane and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €115 ($115) and will take around 9h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €245 ($245).
The distance between Zakynthos and Sifnos is around 474km (294 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 358km (222 miles)
It takes around 8h 25m to get from Zakynthos and Sifnos by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Zakynthos to Sifnos is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €245 ($245).
The cheapest way to travel between Zakynthos and Sifnos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €115 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Zakynthos and Sifnos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Milos (MLO) then take a ferry to Sifnos. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Zakynthos and Sifnos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Milos (MLO) then take a ferry to Sifnos. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Zakynthos and Sifnos. The ferry typically takes around 8h 25m and departs once daily.
KTEL Zakythos, Seajets, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Speed ferries and Zante Ferries run the ferry services between Zakynthos and Sifnos. Ferries run once daily 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 Zakynthos to Sifnos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Milos (MLO) then take a ferry to Sifnos. instead which will take 2h 35m.
The closest major airport to Sifnos is Paros Airport (PAS) (PAS) which is approximately 36km (23 miles) from Sifnos. Milos Airport (MLO) (MLO) and Athens International Airport (ATH) (ATH) 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 Zakynthos to Sifnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Athens and then to Sifnos. instead which will take 8h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zakynthos to Sifnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 8h 25m and will usually cost around €125 ($125).
Compare travel optionsbetween Zakynthos and Sifnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 5 similar | 2h 35m | €245($245) | once daily | 474km (294 miles) |
| Fly to Santorini (JTR), ferry | 4h 55m | €250($250) | once daily | 688km (428 miles) |
| Fly to Paros (PAS), Ferry | 5h 5m | €220($220) | twice a week | 520km (323 miles) |
| Fly to Mykonos (JMK), ferry | 5h 30m | €300($300) | twice a week | 550km (342 miles) |
| Fly to Naxos Is (JNX), ferry | 5h 45m | €330($330) | twice a week | 550km (342 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Ferry | 4h 55m | €185($185) | once daily | 492km (306 miles) |
Ferry + 1 similar | 8h 25m | €125($125) | once daily | 500km (310 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 9h 10m | €115($115) | once daily | 508km (316 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Zakynthos and Sifnos
Ferry operators
KTEL Zakythos
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
Airports near Sifnos
The following major airports near Sifnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Paros Airport (PAS)
- Distance
- 36km (23 miles) from Sifnos
Milos Airport (MLO)
- Distance
- 37km (23 miles) from Sifnos
Athens International Airport (ATH)
- Distance
- 127km (79 miles) from Sifnos