The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ios to Heraklion
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ios to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ios to Heraklion will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ios for Heraklion on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct ferries cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 5 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.


Live departures
Ios to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ios to Heraklion ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:40 AM Ios | 3h35 | 3:15 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Ios to Heraklion
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ios to Heraklion
Ferries from Ios to Heraklion run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $114 (€92) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 15:05. The fastest ferry covers the 84 nautical miles (156 km) distance in 3h 5m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Ios to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.




Distance 84 nautical miles (156 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€92) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 3h 5m |
First ferry 07:30 |
Last ferry 15:05 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ios to Heraklion start from as low as $114 (€92) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $118 (€95) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Ios to Heraklion with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 5m but the average duration is 2h 56m
Train Operators
- Travel from Ios to Heraklion with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, and Aegean Sea Lines
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Seajets.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Ios and arrive in Heraklion Port
- First train typically departs at 07:30 AM and the last at 03:05 PM
Ferry operators: Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines from Ios to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Ios to Heraklion with Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines for as low as $114 (€92). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Aegean Sea Lines
FAQs: Ferry from Ios to Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ios to Heraklion 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 Heraklion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Ios, which is located around 0.6 miles (955 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Heraklion Port, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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