The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ikaria to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
20 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ikaria to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ikaria to Thessaloniki will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ikaria for Thessaloniki on Fri, Apr 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct ferries cover the 435 km distance in an average of 20 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 15 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest ferries will take 20 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
08:35PM20h15Ikaria04:50PMThessaloniki$581One-way0 transfers
08:35PM20h15Ikaria04:50PMThessaloniki$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Ikaria to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ikaria to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $47.
Distance: 234 nautical miles (435 km)
Compare ferry with
| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price |
21h 25m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ikaria to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Ikaria to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ikaria to Thessaloniki ferries for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:35 PM Ikaria | 20h15 | 4:50 PM Thessaloniki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Ikaria to Thessaloniki by flight or ferry
Compare flight and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Mar 31
Apr 01
Apr 02
Apr 03
Apr 04
Apr 05
Apr 06
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ikaria to Thessaloniki
Ferries from Ikaria to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:00, the last at 23:56. The fastest ferry covers the 234 nautical miles (435 km) distance in 20h 15m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 234 nautical miles (435 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 20h 15m |
First ferry 07:00 |
Last ferry 23:56 |
FAQs: Ferry from Ikaria to Thessaloniki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ikaria to Thessaloniki by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Ikaria to Thessaloniki
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
- Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Evdilos stop
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
More options for your journey from Ikaria to Thessaloniki
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
