Ios - Kythnos

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Ferry from Ios to Kythnos

Cyclades Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Ios to Kythnos. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Ios Kythnos ferries.

Ios Kythnos Ferry Times

Ios Kythnos ferries typically depart at 10:30.

How long is the ferry from Ios to Kythnos?

The Ios Kythnos ferry trip can take around 6 hours 25 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ios Kythnos Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Ios to Kythnos provided by Cyclades Fast Ferries.

Ios Kythnos Ferry Prices

The average price is typically 33€*. The cheapest Ios Kythnos ferry prices start from 33€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 33€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2026.

How far is it from Ios to Kythnos?

The distance between Ios to Kythnos is approximately 73.4 miles (118.1km) or 63.8 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Ios Kythnos ferry?

Yes, Cyclades Fast Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Ios and Kythnos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ios and Kythnos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ios to Kythnos?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Cyclades Fast Ferries ferries between Ios and Kythnos.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ios to Kythnos?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Ios to Kythnos.

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Ios - Kythnos Ferry Route Prices 
Foot Passenger€33
Ios - Kythnos Ferry Route Summary 
OriginCyclades Islands
DestinationCyclades Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsCyclades Fast Ferries
Average Price€33
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings1
Average Sailing Duration6 h 25 m
Fastest Sailing Duration6 h 25 m
First Ferry10:30
Last Ferry10:30
Distance64 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026. 

Ios to Kythnos Ferry Most Popular Questions

Ios Guide

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.


Kythnos Guide

Kythnos is a Greek island that is located very close to Attica and is part of the Cyclades group of islands. The island, sometimes called Thermia because of the thermal springs on the island, is one of the lesser visited islands of the Cyclades but is popular with visitors because of its thermal springs. There is a modern spa located in Loutra, with two hot springs in the area. The spring of Ayio Anargyroi and the spring of Caucasus, where the temperature of the water reaches 52C, are famous for their therapeutic effects and have been since ancient times.

The island's harbour is located at Merihas and the island's capital is called Hora and are both located in the north of the island. In the south, only the areas by the bay of Ayios Dimitrios and Panayia Canála are inhabited. This is where a famous monastery is located within a pine forest.

Ferry services from Kythnos depart to the Port of Piraeus or to the port of Lavrio. The crossing to Piraeus takes approximately 3 hours by conventional ferry and approximately one hour by high speed ferry. The crossing time to Lavrio takes about 2 hours. Kythnos is also connected by sea with the islands of Serifos, Sifnos, Milos, Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Kea.

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