Naxos – Ios
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Naxos – Ios
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
There are approximately 2 weekly sailings from Naxos to Ios. 2 operators sail this route
The Naxos Ios ferry typically departs from Naxos at around 10:35.
The average duration of a Naxos Ios ferry is around 1h 20m. The fastest sailings are approximately 40m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average, there are around 2 weekly ferry sailings from Naxos to Ios. These sailings are provided by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Naxos Ios ferry prices typically range between $83.95* and $363.59*. The average price is typically $224.81*. The cheapest Naxos Ios ferry prices start from $83.8*. The average price for a foot passenger is $84.19*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Naxos and Ios is approximately 24.9 miles (40.1km) or 21.7 nautical miles.
Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Naxos and Ios.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Naxos and Ios with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. 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.
Pets are welcome on board Naxos Ios ferries with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Naxos - Ios Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | A$221* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 20m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 40m | |
| First Ferry | 10:35 | |
| Last Ferry | 13:00 | |
| Distance | 21 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades Island group in the Aegean Sea, an island group laying to the southeast of Greece. There are many ferry routes departing Naxos Port, the vast majority of the crossings head to other coastal resorts belonging to Greece and are supplied by a few companies.
Found deep within the huddle of Cyclades Isles that speckle the Aegean Sea to the south of Greece, is the cliff-edged island of Ios. This small stretch of land is hewn by long stretches of rugged mountains shaded by the earthy colours of rough Mediterranean scrubland. Nestled on the island’s eastern coast, where the rough shores of a glittering bay have taken a chunk out of the mainland, is the picturesque village of Chora. Much of the village is built upon the steep coastal hillsides; the dazzling white, Cycladic buildings rising in tiers towards the parched heartland. As well as being blessed with warm weather and effortless beauty, the village also possesses a rich history. Dig sites on the nearby Skarkos hill have uncovered evidence that prehistoric settlers once called the island home, with structures proving that the human history of Ios stretches back as far as the early bronze age. The port in Chora is found on the southern edge of the bay, just a short walk from the golden sands of Yialos Beach in the Ios district of the village. It is comprised of a wide, rectangular anchorage that juts into the sea from one corner of the local marina. There are no passenger facilities at the port itself, though a number of snack bars and restaurants selling hot food and drinks line the promenade. Due to the rough and largely remote nature of the island, travelling to the port can prove difficult. Only one road route leads into Chora, with the other lanes in the centre of the village far too steep and narrow for vehicles to negotiate. This road, which cuts across the inland mountains and offers lofty views across the rocky wilds of the lowland countryside, weaves all the way to the island’s southern tip and the small village of Magganari. The rest of the island can only be reached by braving the hills on foot, though no settlement is further than 6-miles away from Chora. A vast range of ferries currently run to and from the port in Ios, mainly on island-hopping trips across the Cyclades. Routes hosted by Blue Star Ferries, Seajets and Hellenic Seaways travel to a multitude of destinations including Naxos, Paros, Thira, Mykonos and the mainland city of Piraeus; a route also traversed by Zante Ferries. Other routes include a longer haul trip to Rafina, as well as to the other island ports of Sifnos, Milos, Kimolos, Kythnos, Serifos, Tinos, Folegandros and Heraklion. All of these voyages across the Aegean Sea routes operate at various times throughout the week.
