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Ferry from Ios to Athens (Piraeus)

There are about 2 weekly sailings between Ios to Athens (Piraeus). 3 operators sail this route Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries and run throughout the year. Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferries cost between £49.32 and £139.31, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferries.

Ios Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Times

The Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferry typically departs from Ios at around 11:20.

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

Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferry sailing duration on this route can take around 5h 25m. The fastest sailings are approximately 4h 25m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ios Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Operator Schedules

On average, there are around 2 weekly ferry sailings from Ios to Athens (Piraeus). These sailings are provided by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.

Ios Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Prices

Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between £49.32* and £139.31*. The average price is typically £50.18*. The cheapest Ios Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices start from £48.32*. The average price for a foot passenger is £49.75*. The average price for a car is £123.29*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

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

The distance between Ios and Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 136.4 miles (219.5km) or 118.5 nautical miles.

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

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

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

Yes, it is possible to travel as a foot passenger between Ios and Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries traveling from Ios to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

Ios to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Alternatives

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Ios - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 3
Operators Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries
Average Price £50*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 5h 25m
Fastest Sailing Duration 4h 25m
First Ferry 11:20
Last Ferry 16:40
Distance 118 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Ios to Piraeus?

The ferry crossing time from Ios to Piraeus is approximately 7h 40m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Ios to Piraeus?

Ios to Piraeus ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Ios to Piraeus is £134. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Ios to Piraeus?

There are 4 popular ferry operators for Ios to Piraeus. These are
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • SeaJets
  • Zante Ferries
  • Cyclades Fast Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Ios to Piraeus?

Book ferries from Ios to Piraeus through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ios to Piraeus?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Ios to Piraeus with
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • SeaJets
  • Zante Ferries
  • Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Ios to Piraeus?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Ios to Piraeus with
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • SeaJets
  • Zante Ferries
  • Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Ios to Piraeus?

Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • SeaJets
  • Zante Ferries

How far is Piraeus from Ios?

The distance between Ios to Piraeus is approximately 118 nautical Miles.

Ios Athens (Piraeus) Ferry reviews

  • "Efficient transportation"

    Thanks to Blue Star Ferries my family enjoyed a very smooth return trip between Santorini and Naxos. The ferry was clean. Staff very friendly and helpful and journey a wonderful part of a magical week in Greece. Thank you 👌

    'Blue Star Delos' travelled on Blue Star Delos

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  • "SupersonicTonic"

    Plaindailing

    'Blue Star Delos' travelled on Blue Star Delos

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  • "Good experience"

    Great experience in terms of travel. Ship was well equipped and timely. Only negative was that there was no instruction at all on where to go on either port. No signage towards where to wait or people instructing you. We just followed a crowd which luckily was the right place to wait. 

    'Blue Star Delos' travelled on Blue Star Delos

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  • "Brilliant"

    Absolutely brilliant service

    'Blue Star Delos' travelled on Blue Star Delos

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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.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.


Ios to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 25/11/2024 and 01/12/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zante Ferries 09:05 18:50 9 hours 45 minutes Mon
Zante Ferries 09:05 20:05 11 hours Wed, Fri
Blue Star Ferries 14:20 23:20 9 hours Mon, Wed, Fri
Blue Star Ferries 16:40 23:20 6 hours 40 minutes Thu, Sat
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