Santorini (Thira) – Ios
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Santorini (Thira) – Ios
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Santorini to Ios ferry route is provided by 6 operators and runs all year round. The ferry crossing from Santorini to Ios is approximately 45 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Santorini to Ios ferry duration can range between 35 minutes and 1 hour and 20 minutes depending on the operator you are sailing with.
There are 48 weekly sailings from Santorini to Ios. Blue Star Ferries offer up to 7 weekly sailings, Zante Ferries offer 2 weekly sailings, SeaJets offer up to 4 sailings per day and Golden Star Ferries offer up to 7 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry departs Santorini around 06:45 and the last ferry departs at around 14:05. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Santorini to Ios is with SeaJets and Minoan Lines in 35 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Ios usually cost around $236.68.
Unfortunately, there are no overnight sailings from Santorini to Ios.
Yes, there are cabins available on the ferry from Santorini to Ios with Blue Star Ferries and Golden Star Ferries.
Yes, pets are welcome onboard almost all ferries from Santorini to Ios including Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Zante Ferries and Golden Star Ferries. Please ensure that your pet has had the appropriate vaccinations before travelling and have proof of such with a medical certificate.
Passengers travelling with SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per person. Cyclades Fast Ferries don't have a fixed luggage policy, but we advise that you don't exceed 50 kilograms to avoid any complications. Those travelling with Zante Ferries can take a maximum of 40 kilograms of luggage per passenger.
The ferry price from Santorini to Ios can range between $107 and $503 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $220, prices can range between $107 and $498. The average price with a car is $348. Car prices can range between $199 and $648. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can vary from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that the prices shown do not include booking fees.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is recommended to book in advance for the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Ios.
With 4 sailings departing per day, you are guaranteed to find the perfect ferry for your journey. However, there is an alternative Ios ferry if you wish for more flexibility including the Athens to Ios ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Ios with Aegean Sea Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets and Zante Ferries.
Yes, you can take a day trip from Santorini to Ios by ferry. The sailing duration is only around 1 hour and 30 minutes, giving you all day to explore the island. Simply take the 07:30 ferry and you will arrive in Ios at 09:00. This service is available with Zante Ferries and sails every Monday and Friday.
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| Santorini (Thira) - Ios Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries | |
| Average Price | $67* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 39m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35m | |
| First Ferry | 10:20 | |
| Last Ferry | 15:30 | |
| Distance | 20 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
More commonly known as Athinios, the Thira ferry port is situated 8km from Santorini’s capital town of Fira and is easily accessible by car and public transport. There is a regular bus service departing from Fira and Oia, which run in conjunction with the ferry timetable. If you want a faster alternative, we suggest booking a private transfer service like Welcome Pickups. In the meantime, please visit our accommodation page for all the cheapest prices on hotels near Athinios.
