Ios – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Ios – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Ios to Santorini ferry route is provided by 8 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Ios to Santorini takes approximately 45 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Ios to Santorini ferry duration can range between 30 minutes and 1 hour 20 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 24 weekly sailings from Ios to Santorini. Blue Star Ferries provide up to 9 weekly sailings, SeaJets provide up to 23 weekly sailings, Zante Ferries provide weekly sailings, Golden Star Ferries provide up to 7 weekly sailings, Minoan Lines provide 1 weekly sailings and the Cyclades Fast Ferries service is available up to 3 times per week. Ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The earliest ferry leaves at approximately 01:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 17:25. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
There are ferries that sail overnight from Ios to Santorini (Thira). The first overnight sailing from Ios usually departs at 01:00.
The fastest ferry from Ios to Santorini is with SeaJets in 30 minutes.
The fastest ferries cost approximately from Ios to Santorini (Thira) usually cost around $157.
You can book cabins on ferries that sail from Ios to Santorini with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Zante Ferries and Aegean Sea Lines.
Yes, pets are allowed on the ferry from Ios to Santorini with SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries and Zante Ferries, SeaJets provide pet friendly cabins which accommodate up to 2 pets with a combined maximum weight of 30kg. Dogs must be muzzled and remain on a leash when walking around the ship. Please make sure that your pet has been fully vaccinated and they have a valid pet passport before travelling.
Those sailing with SeaJets, Cyclades Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries can take up to 50 kilograms of luggage per passenger at no additional cost. While those sailing with Zante Ferries can take a maximum of 40 kilograms.
The price of a ferry from Ios - Santorini can vary between $62 and $278 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $98, prices can range from $59 and $238. The average price with a car is $170. Car prices can range from $138 and $296. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.
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The best way to get from Ios to Santorini is by high-speed ferry. With 4 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there is an alternative Santorini ferry if you require additional flexibility.
First class is available on ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira) with Aegean Sea Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Ios to Santorini by ferry. Take a morning ferry and arrive in Santorini in as little as 30 minutes. This will give you plenty of time to explore the island and make it back in time for the last scheduled departure.
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| Ios - Santorini (Thira) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries | |
| Average Price | $112* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 41m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35m | |
| First Ferry | 11:25 | |
| Last Ferry | 14:20 | |
| Distance | 20 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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.
Thira is the official name of the island of Santorini, Greece and is located in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km southeast of mainland Greece.
Thira is essentially what remained after an enormous volcanic explosion that destroyed the earliest settlements on a formerly single island, and created the current geological caldera.
Santorini ferry port, otherwise known as Athinios ferry port, is situated on the west coast of the island in the region of Ormos Athinios. Passengers can enjoy a wide range of facilities at the port including cafes, restaurants, vending machines, air-conditioned lounge, toilets and ATMs. There is also 2 car parks in Santorini port: one opposite the main passenger terminal and the other close to the pedestrian check-in. These are both free of charge.
Th best way of travelling from Ios to Santorini is by ferry. You will have a far more pleasant journey on a ferry as you won't have to worry about legroom and can instead roam freely around the wide range of facilities available onboard. You can also bring your car on the Ios to Santorini ferry, allowing you to explore the whole island at your own leisure without having to rent a hire car.
