The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thira to Ios
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thira to Ios is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thira to Ios will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Thira for Ios on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 37 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 20 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
Thira to Ios ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thira to Ios ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Thira | 1h15 | 5:45 PM Ios | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 3:45 AM Thira | 1h15 | 5:00 AM Ios | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Thira | 1h15 | 7:15 AM Ios | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Thira | 1h20 | 8:20 AM Ios | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Thira to Ios
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thira to Ios
Ferries from Thira to Ios run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 19 nautical miles (37 km) distance in 40m. There are 16 sailings per week. Ferries from Thira to Ios are available to foot passengers.




Distance 19 nautical miles (37 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Maistros Santorini, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries from Thira to IosYou can travel by ferry between Thira to Ios with Seajets, Maistros Santorini, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Thira to Ios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thira to Ios 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 Ios, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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