The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ios to Syros
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ios to Syros is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ios to Syros will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Ios for Syros on Fri, Jan 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct ferries cover the 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest ferries will take 2 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.






Live departures
Ios to Syros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ios to Syros ferries for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Ios | 2h15 | 8:15 AM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM Ios | 2h15 | 8:20 AM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Ios | 2h15 | 8:25 AM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ios to Syros
Ferries from Ios to Syros run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 46 nautical miles (86 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Ios to Syros are available to foot passengers.

Distance 46 nautical miles (86 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 09:15 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ios to Syros start from as low as $19 (€15) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $69 (€56) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Ios to Syros with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 15m but the average duration is 3h 0m
Train Operators
- Travel from Ios to Syros with Seajets
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Seajets.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Ios and arrive in Port of Syros
- First train typically departs at 09:15 AM and the last at 09:30 PM
Ferry operators: Seajets from Ios to SyrosYou can travel by ferry between Ios to Syros with Seajets for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Ios to Syros
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ios to Syros 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 Syros, 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 Port of Syros, located 3.7 miles (5.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Ios to Syros
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Limani (0.2km)
- Asteria Beach Bar (0.4km)
- Kouzina (0.6km)
- Main companies are Syros Taxi and Ermoupoli Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Ermoupoli Stop
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