Depending on the season their are usually 4 daily and 24 weekly sailings between Ios and Santorini (Thira). 8 ferry operators sail between Ios to Santorini (Thira), these include
The earliest ferry from Ios to Santorini (Thira) typically departs Ios at about 01:00. The average sailing time of a Ios Santorini (Thira) ferry is approximately 45m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 30m.
Ferry prices for Ios Santorini (Thira) ferries typically range between €32* and €206*. The average price is around €104*. The cheapest ferry prices from Ios to Santorini (Thira) start from €17*. The average price for a foot passenger is €102*. The average price for a car ferry is €209*.
Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.
The distance between Ios to Santorini (Thira) is approximately 23.7 miles (38.1km), or 20.6 nautical miles.
Yes, Aegean Sea Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, SeaJets, Zante Ferries offer a car ferry from Ios to Santorini (Thira). Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ios and Santorini (Thira).
Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira) with Aegean Sea Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, SeaJets, Small Cyclades Lines, Zante Ferries.
| Ios - Santorini (Thira) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 8 | |
| Operators | Aegean Sea Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, SeaJets, Small Cyclades Lines & Zante Ferries | |
| Average Price | 132 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 24 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 45m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 30m | |
| First Ferry | 01:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:25 | |
| Distance | 20 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-04-02.
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.
The Greek island of Santorini is one of the Cyclades group of islands that lies in the south Aegean Sea. The island has very much been shaped by its volcanic past which has created a rather unusual landscape in places. A popular site on the island is the water filled 'Caldera' crater and is surrounded by a wall of colourful cliffs which are packed full of charming houses. The island is also known for its lovely beaches, its busy port, its archaeological finds and the wonderful sunsets which are best viewed from the village of Oia, on the island's northernmost tip.
The island's beaches are distinctive in that they are mainly made up of dark volcanic sands, which can get very hot during the summer, and therefore a sun lounger or towel are an essential piece of kit. The best beaches tend to be located around the eastern coastline and always popular is the stretch found at Perissa. However, a little to the south is Perivolos Beach which is also lovely as is Red Beach which is close to ancient Akrotiri, where the red cliffs are hard to miss.
Timetables between 15/04/2024 and 21/04/2024
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SeaJets | 11:00 | 15:35 | 4 hours 35 minutes | Mon |
| Blue Star Ferries | 14:20 | 15:30 | 1 hour 10 minutes | Mon, Fri |
| SeaJets | 15:10 | 15:45 | 35 minutes | Sat |
| Zante Ferries | 17:10 | 18:30 | 1 hour 20 minutes | Sun |
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