Ios (Island) to Athens ferry

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The cheapest ferries from Ios (Island) to Athens

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ios (Island) to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Saos Ferries
09:25AM11h45
Ios (Island)
09:10PMAthens
$251One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
01:40PM6h40
Ios (Island)
08:20PMAthens
$591One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
05:10AM6h50
Ios (Island)
12:00PMAthens
$591One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
09:55AM26h40
Ios (Island)
12:35PMAthens
$651One-way
0 transfers
Golden Star Ferries
12:15PM5h05
Ios (Island)
05:20PMAthens
$831One-way
0 transfers

Ios (Island) to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
11:20PM
Duration
6h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
9h20
Sailing Days
Tue

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Fastest ferry times from Ios (Island) to Athens

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

5 h 5 m

Average

11 h 24 m

Ferries per day

5

Distance

200 km

Of the 5 ferries that leave Ios (Island) for Athens every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Golden Star Ferries
12:15PM5h05
Ios (Island)
05:20PMAthens
$831One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
01:40PM6h40
Ios (Island)
08:20PMAthens
$591One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
05:10AM6h50
Ios (Island)
12:00PMAthens
$591One-way
0 transfers
Saos Ferries
09:25AM11h45
Ios (Island)
09:10PMAthens
$251One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
09:55AM26h40
Ios (Island)
12:35PMAthens
$651One-way
0 transfers

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Offers and deals from Ios (Island) to Athens

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Ios (Island) to Athens and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Golden Star Ferries, Seajets

Up to 30% off
30% off return with Golden Star Ferries
Golden Star Ferries runs regular crossings between Rafina on the mainland and the Cyclades along with inter-island crossings. Get 30% off the return trip when booking a same-day return trip to any of Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Andros, Tinos or Ios. Let the island hopping commence!
Up to 30% off
30% off with Seajets
SeaJets helps you explore Greek islands including: Sporades archipelago: 20% off your 2024 return tickets on superfast ferries from mainland Greece to Alonissos, Skopelos and Skiathos - as well as on many inter-island crossings. Book by 15th of June 2024. Discover Crete: Foot passengers can get 30% off on their 2024 return tickets between Athens (Piraeus) and Chania. Valid until further notice.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Ios (Island) to Athens

Take a ferry from Ios (Island) to Athens and enjoy the approximately 124 miles (200 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $20 (€18)
Distance
124 miles (200 km)
Cheapest ticket price
$25 (€23)
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
3
Ferry providers
6
Fastest ferry
4h 15m
First ferry
00:10
Last ferry
22:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $20 (€18)

Ferry operators: Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries from Ios (Island) to Athens

Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries ferries will get you from Ios (Island) to Athens from $43 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best ferry times and tickets for your trip.

Seajets, a prominent ferry operator from Greece, was established in 2002 and has since become a key player in maritime transportation. The company boasts a modern fleet of high-speed vessels, including the Champion Jet, Super Jet, and Sea Jet classes, designed to offer swift and comfortable journeys across the Aegean Sea. Onboard amenities include spacious seating, air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, and Wi-Fi access, ensuring a pleasant travel experience. Seajets offers a variety of ticket options, such as standard seats, business class, and cabins, as well as vehicle transport for cars and motorcycles. Popular routes include Piraeus to Santorini, Heraklion to Mykonos, and Rafina to Naxos, connecting travelers to some of Greece's most iconic islands.

Ferry information from Ios (Island) to Athens with Seajets:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $65
  • Seajets frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Ios (Island) to Athens

FAQs: Take the ferry to Athens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ios (Island) to Athens.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Ios (Island) to Athens can start from as little as $25 (€23) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ios (Island) to Athens is $58 (€53); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ios (Island) to Athens ferry travel time is 4 h 15 min   for the 124 mile (200 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Ios (Island) to Athens leaves at 12: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Ios (Island) to Athens leaves at 10: 30 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct ferries a day from Ios (Island) to Athens with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Zante Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Ios (Island) to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Ios (Island) to Athens is possible with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Zante Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Ios (Island) to Athens is possible with with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Zante Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
For the trip from Ios (Island) to Athens you can take a ferry with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries or Zante Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services between Ios (Island) and Athens on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Ios, which is located around 10.5 miles (17 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Athens from Ios (Island) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Ios (Island) to Athens by ferry is January.
You have options as you can travel between Ios (Island) and Athens 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

Popular ports from Ios (Island) to Athens

Ios
Athens
The major port for departures in Ios is Port of Ios. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Ios for your trip from Ios to Athens.
Port of Ios
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
The major port for arrivals in Athens is Lavrio. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lavrio for your trip to Athens from Ios.
LavrioWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
Car connection
Leoforos Lavriou, Exit 2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
  • To Perivoli (0.5km)
  • Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Lavrio
  • Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
Port of RafinaWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
Car connection
Via Marathonos Avenue, Exit Rafina
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
  • Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
  • To Limeni (0.5km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Rafina
  • Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop

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