Mykonos to Tinos Ferry

Where it leaves from

Ferries to Tinos depart from Mykonos New Port (Tourlos), the main ferry terminal on Mykonos's north coast. It is about 2 kilometres from Mykonos Town, with a regular shuttle connecting them. On arrival at Tinos Town, the port is directly in front of the famous processional staircase that leads up to the Church of Panagia Evangelistria — one of the most important pilgrimage churches in Greece.

One of the shortest ferry hops in Greece

Tinos and Mykonos sit side by side in the northern Cyclades, separated by only a narrow channel. The crossing is quick enough that many visitors combine both islands in a single day, or use Tinos as a quieter base while taking the ferry across to Mykonos for an evening. High-speed services bring the journey down to 15 to 30 minutes; even the conventional ferry takes under an hour.

Operators

Fast Ferries and SeaJets both operate on this short route in summer, with multiple departures throughout the day. The brevity of the crossing means even a basic high-speed vessel covers the distance efficiently. In winter, frequency drops but the route remains open year-round given its importance to Tinos locals.

Tinos — pilgrimage, marble and villages

Tinos is a significant contrast to Mykonos. Where Mykonos is famous for nightlife and beaches, Tinos is one of the most revered religious destinations in Greece — the Church of Panagia Evangelistria holds the icon of the Virgin Mary and draws large crowds on the feast of the Assumption in August. Beyond the port town, Tinos is also known for its marble-carving tradition, its 40-plus Venetian dovecotes, and the picturesque hilltop village of Pyrgos.