Ios – Kimolos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Ios – Kimolos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Ios to Kimolos ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Ios to Kimolos is approximately 2 hours 40 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Ios to Kimolos.
Ios Kimolos ferry sailings typycally depart from Ios at around 09:30. The last ferry leaves at 21:30.
The Ios Kimolos ferry trip can take around 2 hours 40 minutes. The fastest Ios to Kimolos ferry is around 1 hour 55 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 2 weekly sailings from Ios to Kimolos serviced by Blue Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
The average price is typically $35*. The cheapest ferries from Ios to Kimolos start from $35*. The average price for a foot passenger is $35*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25
The distance between Ios to Kimolos is approximately 48 miles (77km) or 42 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Ios and Kimolos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ios and Kimolos.
Foot passengers can travel on the Ios to Kimolos ferry with Blue Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries.
Pets can travel on ferries from Ios to Kimolos with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Ios - Kimolos Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Hellenic Seaways & Zante Ferries | |
| Average Price | $35* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 49m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2h 40m | |
| First Ferry | 08:35 | |
| Last Ferry | 18:35 | |
| Distance | 41 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.
Forming one of the Cyclades group of islands, the Greek island of Ios is located in the Aegean Sea and lies around mid way between the island of Naxos and the island of Santorini. The island's terrain is characterised by hills and cliffs that lead down to the sea on most sides of the island. Located on the north west coast is the island's port which is only a short distance from the village of Chora. The trip between Chora and the port can be made on foot which will take you along a steep donkey path, and takes around 15 minutes. The village is characterised by narrow paths and streets most of which have now been taken over by bars, restaurants, shops and night clubs to cater for tourists.
There are ferries from the island's port to Piraeus and Rafina with a crossing time of between 4 1/2 hours and 8 hours, depending on ferry type, route and destination. During the summer months Ios is also connected by ferry to the other islands of the Cyclades.
Kimolos is a Greek island that lies in the Aegean Sea and is part of the Cyclades group of islands and is separated from the island of Milos by the Strait of Kimolos. According to legend, the island takes its name from the island's first resident. During ancient times, the island was called Echinousa, probably after the snake Echidna (viper) which was, and remains, common on the island. Since ancient times the island has been a battlefield between Ancient Athens, the ruler of the island, and Sparta, the ruler of nearby Milos.
Kimolos actually belongs to the Western Cyclades and is connected to nearby islands and the port of Piraeus, Athens, via a year-round ferry service with a catamaran ferry running only during the busy summer tourist season. During the tourist period, the island usually has daily connection to Piraeus and other islands. Also, transport via Milos is possible, because of the frequent connection of the two islands with local ferry services.
