The Ios to Santorini ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article.

Santorini‘s sunrises are hard to get tired of — but if you’re ready for a change of scenery, Ios is just a short ferry ride away. Think charming hilltop village, legendary nightlife, and some of the best beaches in the Cyclades.

The ferry is the only way to get there, and honestly, it’s half the fun — open water, warm sun, and a mix of fellow travelers and locals all heading to the same little island.

Santorini or Thira?

When you look up the ferries between two islands, you are actually looking for ferries between two ports. And in some cases, the name of the island isn’t the same as the name of the port. Santorini makes no exception, so look for Thira (Santorini) or the port code ATI.

How long does it take to get from Santorini to Ios?

The ferry ride takes between 45 minutes and 1 h 25 minutes.

Is there a high-speed ferry between Santorini and Ios?

Yes, there are several ferries which only take 45 min to connect the two islands.

How much does it cost to get from Santorini to Ios by ferry?

The price depends on the company which operates the ferries, on the type of ferry (how fast it goes) and the type of seat:

• Blue Star Ferries , a ticket starts at €19.50/ one way.
• Sea Jets , a ticket starts at €58.50 / one way.
• Fast Ferries, the prices start at €6.50 / one way.
• Maistros Santorini, the prices start at €10 / one way.
• Golden Star Ferries, the prices start at €8.70 / one way.
• Small Cyclades Lines, the prices start at €58.50 / one way.

How many ferries per day depart from Santorini to Ios during the low season?

During the 2026 low season ( April – May; September – October), the following ferries connect Santorini and Ios:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday	6:15 AM	from 9-Jun to 13-Sept
Monday, Friday	7:30 AM	till 29-May
Daily	8:25 AM	from 29-May to 28-Sept
Tuesday, Thursday	9:00 AM	till 7-Apr
Saturday	9:00 AM	on 11-Apr
Tuesday	9:00 AM	from 21-Apr to 5-May, from 12-May to 26-May, from 8-Jun to 8-Sept
Thursday	9:00 AM	from 16-Apr to 30-Apr, on 7-May, from 14-May to 2-Jul, from 3-Sept to 10-Sept
Saturday	9:00 AM	from 5-Sept to 12-Sept
Sunday	9:00 AM	from 19-Apr to 3-May, on 10-May
Tuesday	10:00 AM	on 14-Apr
Sunday	11:30 AM	from 17-May to 13-Sept
Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday	12:30 PM	from 29-Apr to 31-May
Saturday, Sunday	12:55 PM	from 6-Jun to 18-Oct
Monday to Friday	1:15 PM	from 1-Jun to 16-Oct
Daily	2:15 PM	from 1-May to 31-Oct
Wednesday, Friday	3:30 PM	till 3-Apr, from 8-Apr to 29-Apr, from 6-May to 5-Jun
Daily	5:45 PM	from 14-Sept To 27-Sept
Daily	6:00 PM	from 22-May to 25-Jun
Wednesday	7:30 PM	on 8-Apr
Friday	7:30 PM	on 29-May
Daily	7:40 PM	from 26-Jun to 13-Sept

How many ferries per day depart from Santorini to Ios during the high season?

During the 2026 high season (June – August), the following ferries connect Santorini to Ios:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday	6:15 AM	from 9-Jun to 13-Sept
Daily	8:25 AM	from 29-May to 28-Sept
Tuesday	9:00 AM	from 8-Jun to 8-Sept
Thursday	9:00 AM	from 14-May to 2-Jul
Saturday	9:00 AM	from 13-Jun to 4-Jul
Sunday	9:00 AM	on 7-Jun
Tuesday	11:00 AM	on 2-Jun
Sunday	11:30 AM	from 17-May to 13-Sept
Saturday, Sunday	12:55 PM	from 6-Jun to 18-Oct
Monday to Friday	1:15 PM	from 1-Jun to 16-Oct
Daily	2:15 PM	from 1-May to 31-Oct
Wednesday, Friday	3:30 PM	from 6-May to 5-Jun
Daily	6:00 PM	from 22-May to 25-Jun
Wednesday	7:30 PM	from 8-Jul to 26-Aug
Friday	7:30 PM	from 10-Jul to 28-Aug
Daily	7:40 PM	from 26-Jun to 13-Sept

Are there any overnight journeys between Santorini and Ios ?

No.

How about the ferries from Ios to Santorini ?

During the high season 2026, the following ferries connect Ios to Santorini:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Thursday	12:30 AM	from 14-May to 18-Jun
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday	1:20 AM	from 9-Jun to 13-Sept
Wednesday	2:20 AM	from 10-Jun to 9-Sept
Tuesday	7:50 AM	on 2-Jun
Daily	8:10 AM	from 1-May to 30-Oct
Daily	11:25 AM	from 1-Jun to 18-Oct
Daily	11:55 AM	from 1-May to 31-Oct
Daily	1:35 PM	from 12-Jun to 14-Sept
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday	2:20 PM	from 14-Apr to 7-Jun
Friday	3:55 PM	from 12-Jun to 11-Sept
Wednesday	5:00 PM	from 24-Jun to 9-Sept
Daily	8:30 PM	from 29-May to 27-Sept
Friday	11:20 PM	on 5-Jun
Monday	11:30 PM	from 8-Jun to 7-Sept

During the low season 2026, the following ferries connect Ios to Santorini:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Saturday	12:05 AM	on 4-Apr, from 18-Apr to 25-Apr
Thursday	12:30 AM	on 7-May, from 14-May to 18-Jun
Thursday	12:50 AM	till 2-Apr, on 30-Apr
Thursday	1:10 AM	on 16-Apr
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday	1:20 AM	from 9-Jun to 13-Sept
Wednesday	2:20 AM	from 10-Jun to 9-Sept
Tuesday	6:00 AM	on 14-Apr
Friday	7:15 AM	on 1-May
Daily	8:10 AM	from 1-May to 30-Oct
Monday, Friday	11:10 AM	till 29-May
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday	11:20 AM	from 30-Apr to 29-May
Daily	11:25 AM	from 1-Jun to 18-Oct
Daily	11:55 AM	from 1-May to 31-Oct
Daily	1:35 PM	from 12-Jun to 14-Sept
Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday	2:20 PM	till 2-Apr, from 5-Apr to 9-Apr, from 14-Apr to 7-Jun
Friday	3:55 PM	on 29-May, from 12-Jun to 11-Sept
Friday	4:30 PM	on 10-Apr
Wednesday	5:00 PM	from 24-Jun to 9-Sept
Wednesday	5:25 PM	on 8-Apr
Daily	8:30 PM	from 29-May to 27-Sept
Friday	11:20 PM	on 8-May, from 15-May to 22-May
Monday	11:30 PM	till 6-Apr, from 20-Apr to 4-May, from 11-May to 25-May, from 8-Jun to 7-Sept

Where can I buy tickets from?

There are several ways to get tickets: online, from the ferry companies’ website and from Greek travel agencies. However, the simplest way is to get the tickets directly from the port. Do remember that if you plan to travel during the high season (July & August), make sure to buy the tickets several days in advance.

Does everyone charge the same prices?

Yes, the prices are the same regardless of where you buy the tickets from.

However, when you book online, service fees may apply based on the country you book from. And if you choose to get the tickets delivered via courier, you’ll pay the shipping fee (you can choose to pick them up in the port).

Important note:

Please note that the ferry companies submit their schedules every Friday to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine and in some cases, the schedules for July & August become available on online booking sites only several days before the vessels start operating on that route. Your best bet is to check this link the day before departure (or the day of before) just to make sure things haven’t changed.

Read more about:

>> Ferries in Greece
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>> Ferries from Athens to Aegina
>> Ferries from Athens to Crete
>> Ferries from Athens to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Hydra
>> Ferries from Athens to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Rafina to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Athens to Patmos
>> Ferries from Athens to Santorini
>> Ferries from Santorini to Crete
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Syros
>> Ferries from Santorini to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Naxos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skopelos
>> Ferries from Corfu to Patras
>> Ferries from Rhodes to Kos
>> Ferries to and from Santorini
>> Ferries from Athens to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Crete
>> Ferries from Santorini to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesvos
>> Ferries to and from Mykonos
>> Ferries from Crete to Gavdos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Ios
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Tinos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Athens to Naxos
>> Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki
>> Ferries from Santorini to Syros
>> Ferries from Kavala to Thassos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skiathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (Lesbos)
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Kos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Chios
>> Ferries from Santorini to Rhodes

Note: The article was first published in 2010; latest schedule and price update was made as of April 2026. This article includes links that may qualify as affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission.