Ios – Santorini (Thira)
Ferry to Cyclades Islands
Ios – Santorini (Thira)
Ferry to Cyclades Islands
Depending on the season their are usually 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings between Ios and Santorini (Thira). 4 ferry operators provide the ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira), Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Ios Santorini (Thira) ferries take around 40 minutes. The ferry costs between $78.40 and $472.31, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira).
The earliest Ios Santorini (Thira) ferry typically departs Ios at about 00:20 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:45.
Ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira) sail in around 40 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 35 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 27 weekly sailings from Ios to Santorini (Thira) provided by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Blue Star Ferries provide 4 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 21 sailings weekly. Golden Star Ferries provide 7 sailings weekly. Cyclades Fast Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly.
The price of a ferry from Ios to Santorini (Thira) typically range between $78.40* and $472.31*. On average the Ios Santorini (Thira) ferry is $167.42*. The cheapest Ios Santorini (Thira) ferry prices start from $78.40*. The average price for a foot passenger is $167.35*. The average price for a car is $348.96*.
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 April 2025.
The distance between Ios to Santorini (Thira) is approximately 24 miles (38km) or 21 nautical miles.
Yes, Ios Santorini (Thira) ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries between Ios and Santorini (Thira). To view car ferry tickets and prices between Ios and Santorini (Thira) use our Deal Finder.
Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries & Cyclades Fast Ferries allow foot passengers on Ios Santorini (Thira) ferries.
Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Golden Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Ios to Santorini (Thira). Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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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.
