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TRANSPORTATION

The vantage location of Syros in the heart of the Cyclades and the short distance from Athens enables all travellers to go to the island in whatever way serves them best, either by air or by boat.

Syros is the ideal destination for long vacations, short breaks or island hopping plus it is connected to Athens with daily ferries and with other Islands on a regular basis.

The cruise is also an option for a short visit, as more and more cruise ships anchor at the port of Syros.

Yachting enthusiasts can sail to the island of Syros and anchor their yachts in the port of Ermoupolis or one of the marinas and smaller ports of the island.

By plane

With daily flights from and to the airport of Syros in Athens International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos.

Flight duration: 25 minutes

Syros Island, Tel.: +30 22810 81900, +30 22810 87025

By boat

With daily trips to and from several ports:

  • Piraeus-duration: 4 hours by ferry line, 2.1 hours with high-speed
  • Laurio
  • Cyclades
  • Dodecanese
  • Kavalas
  • North Aegean

 

Travel agencies for more information and services:

Within Syros transportation can be made with private cars, local buses, taxis and boats.

Private Vehicle/Car

In case anyone wants to choose a private car for transport to the island, one car hire from local car rental companies or through a travel agency.

Local Buses

The local bus service covers most of the island especially during the summer months. The local buses connect Ermoupoli with Galissas, Finikas, Posidonia, Megas Gialos, Vari, Azolimnos, Kini, Anno Mana, Chroussa, Parakopi and Vissa while municipal buses are also available, free of charge.

Tel. +30 22810 82575

Taxi

A taxi service is available to transport visitors. A taxi station can be found in front of the monument of National Resistance in Ermoupoli.

Τel. +30 22810 84222, +30 22810 86222

Boats

The island has boats for hire to transport visitors into private and rugged beaches and points specifically chosen for diving. More information can be requested from the travel agencies on the island.

Syros adventures – Perla1 cruises: www.facebook.com/perla1cruises

Syros Quest: www.syrosquest.gr/