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How to get from Milos to Sifnos

Compare all transport options: bus, ferry, train, flight. Prices, durations and practical tips.

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FASTEST
0h 35min
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41€
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Distance
36 km
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Checked offer from Milos to Sifnos: Ferry, about 0h 35min, from €41. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): SeaJets, Seajets; main departure point: Milos Port.

Distance: 36 km. Data updated on .

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0h 35min
41 – 42 €
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🚌 Departure from Milos
📍Ferries to Sifnos normally leave from Adamas, the main port of Milos, where you will find ticket offices, cafés and tavernas close to the quay. Check your ticket for the exact boat and boarding point, and arrive early in peak season.
🚇If you are staying in Adamas, you can walk to the harbour. From other villages such as Plaka or Pollonia, take the local bus to Adamas or a taxi, and book a taxi ahead in busy periods.
⏰Departures depend on the season: more frequent in summer, reduced out of season, and not necessarily daily. Check the sailings for your travel date and book ahead.
💸 Transport from 41€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 0h 35min
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SeaJets Ferry Milos Port €41 1
Seajets Ferry Milos Port €41 1
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Practical tips

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Book early in summer

In July and August, popular Cyclades sailings can sell out. Once your dates are fixed, book your Milos to Sifnos ticket online and keep the confirmation on your phone, rather than relying on buying at the quay.

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Check the day of the week

Some links between smaller islands do not sail daily. Before booking accommodation, confirm which days a boat runs so you are not stuck on Milos or Sifnos longer than planned.

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Confirm the departure port

Always read the departure port on your ticket. If you later head from Sifnos towards Athens, check whether the boat uses Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio, since going to the wrong one can wreck your plans.

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Allow buffer for wind delays

Strong meltemi winds can delay or cancel sailings. Avoid tight connections with a flight or an onward ferry on the same day, and keep a spare night when possible.

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Arrive at the port in good time

Reach the harbour comfortably before departure, find the right boat and have your ticket ready. In peak season, queues for boarding and luggage can build up, especially at busy island ports.

The journey experience

Milos and Sifnos sit side by side in the western Cyclades, so the question of whether to go by ferry, coach, train or flight answers itself: the boat is the way to travel between these two islands. There is no complicated routing to untangle, which makes this one of the easier hops on an island-hopping itinerary.

The ferry is the option covered here, and it suits independent travellers well. You board at Milos's main harbour, leave your bags in the luggage area, then pick an indoor seat or head out on deck for views of the coastline. Several companies can serve Cyclades crossings, and times and fares can differ between them, so compare the sailings available on your travel date. The table on this page shows duration and price range at a glance.

My advice: treat the timetable as seasonal. Frequencies are higher in summer and thinner out of season, and some island-to-island links only run on certain days of the week. Book ahead in high season, check the departure day before you lock in your hotel nights, and leave a comfortable buffer before any onward ferry or flight in case strong winds cause delays. With a little planning, this is a smooth and reassuring crossing.

Frequently asked questions — Milos → Sifnos

Why visit Sifnos?

  • ✓ Hike the ancient footpath network linking whitewashed villages, such as the trail from Apollonia to Kastro through olive groves
  • ✓ Wander the medieval seaside village of Kastro and watch the sunset from the Church of the Seven Martyrs
  • ✓ Watch potters at work in Kamares and Artemonas, then take home handmade Sifnian ceramics
  • ✓ Taste local specialities like revithada (slow-baked chickpeas) and mastelo (lamb in red wine) in a village taverna
  • ✓ Swim at the sandy beaches of Platis Gialos and Vathy, or visit the monastery of Chrysopigi on its rocky peninsula
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Recommended stay
3 to 5 nights — enough to hike, enjoy the beaches and explore the villages unhurried

When to visit Sifnos?

CLIMAT MÉDITERRANÉEN

Late May to early October — warm, sunny weather, calm seas and open tavernas; July–August is hottest and busiest

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What to do in Sifnos?

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Church of the Seven Martyrs, Kastro
Perched on a rocky promontory, this whitewashed chapel is Sifnos' most photographed spot, reached via the medieval village of Kastro. Walk down the stepped path at sunset, when the light is best and crowds thin. Free entry; bring water, as there is little shade.
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Wander Medieval Kastro Village
Built on ancient foundations, Kastro was the island's capital until the 19th century. Explore its narrow vaulted lanes, Venetian-era houses and the small Archaeological Museum (about 3€). Visit mid-morning before tour groups arrive, and stay for dinner on a terrace overlooking the Aegean.
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Hike the Ancient Footpath Network
Sifnos has over 100 km of waymarked stone-paved trails linking villages, chapels and beaches. A classic is Apollonia to Kastro via Artemonas, about 1.5 hours. Start early to avoid midday heat, wear proper shoes and carry water. The free Sifnos Trails map is available at most hotels.
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Taste Revithada Chickpea Stew
Sifnos' signature dish is revithada: chickpeas slow-baked overnight in a clay pot in a wood oven, traditionally on Sundays. Order it at a village taverna such as in Exambela or Apollonia, from about 9€. Ask the day before, as portions often sell out by early afternoon.
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Visit a Traditional Pottery Workshop
Sifnos has a pottery tradition stretching back millennia, with clay cooking pots still made by hand. Visit workshops in Artemonas, Kamares or Vathi, where potters often let you watch the wheel. Pieces start around 10€; ask about shipping, since fragile items are hard to pack in a suitcase.
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Swim at Vathi Bay
Vathi is a sheltered, shallow sandy bay with calm water, ideal for families and relaxed swimming. Several tavernas sit right on the shore. Reach it by bus from Apollonia in about 30 minutes, or by the hiking trail. Go in the morning for a quiet beach before lunchtime crowds.
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Sunset at Chrysopigi Monastery
This 17th-century monastery sits on a tiny rocky peninsula linked to the shore by a small bridge, on the southeast coast. Visit in late afternoon, dress modestly and check opening hours locally. Combine it with a swim at nearby Platis Gialos or Chrysopigi's small beach, and a taverna dinner.
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Discover Profitis Ilias Summit
At 680 m, the monastery of Profitis Ilias crowns the island's highest peak and offers 360° views over the Cyclades. A hike from Apollonia or Exambela takes about 2 hours; drivers can reach it by road. Go in late afternoon for softer light, and bring a windbreaker as it gets breezy.

How long to visit Sifnos?

3 to 6 days

Plan 4 to 5 days to enjoy Sifnos properly. With 2-3 days, base yourself in Apollonia or Artemonas, visit Kastro, Kamares and Platis Gialos beaches, and hike a stretch of the island's footpath network. With 5 days or more, add Vathi, Chrissopigi, Faros and the pottery workshops, and rent a car or scooter to reach quieter coves.

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