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Athens (Piraeus) – Ios

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Athens (Piraeus) – Ios

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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios

The Athens (Piraeus) to Ios ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios is approximately 5 hours 30 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Athens (Piraeus) to Ios cost around $134 and $809, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios.

Ferry times from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios

Athens (Piraeus) Ios ferry sailings typycally depart from Athens (Piraeus) at around 07:00. The last ferry leaves at 20:30.

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios?

The Athens (Piraeus) Ios ferry trip can take around 5 hours 30 minutes. The fastest Athens (Piraeus) to Ios ferry is around 4 hours 15 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Athens (Piraeus) Ios Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 16 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios serviced by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios

Athens (Piraeus) Ios ferry prices typically range between $134* and $809*. The average price is typically $279*. The cheapest ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios start from $134*. The average price for a foot passenger is $270*. The average price for a car is $903*.

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.

How far is it from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios?

The distance between Athens (Piraeus) to Ios is approximately 136 miles (220km) or 119 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Athens (Piraeus) Ios ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Ios. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Ios.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios?

Foot passengers can travel on the Athens (Piraeus) to Ios ferry with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Cyclades Fast Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios?

Pets can travel on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.


Ios Guide

The Greek island of Ios is part of the Cyclades group of islands and lies in the Aegean Sea between the islands of Santorini and Naxos. The island has a popular night economy, lovely beaches and a number of historical monuments which are popular with visitors. The island has been popular with tourists from around the world for many years and is definitely one of the most popular of the Cyclades islands. Chora is a typical Greek village on the island with traditional whitewashed buildings, winding streets and many colourful flowers. However, at night the sleepy village comes alive with many places to socialise.

Around the island there are many beaches with soft white sand just waiting to be explored, all of which are blessed with crystal clear waters. Perhaps the island's most popular beach is Mylopotas which is lined with bars, restaurants and places to hire water sport related equipment, and is over 1 km long. However, if you require a more secluded beach experience then Valmas or Kolitsani beaches are a good choice.

Athens (Piraeus) to Ios
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 07:25 14:10 6 hours 45 minutes Mon, Wed, Fri
Blue Star Ferries 07:25 16:30 9 hours 5 minutes Thu, Sat
Cyclades Fast Ferries 14:45 00:05 9 hours 20 minutes Thu
Cyclades Fast Ferries 14:45 23:20 8 hours 35 minutes Tue
Cyclades Fast Ferries 15:15 23:25 8 hours 10 minutes Sat

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