Folegandros to Ios Ferry
🚢 Folegandros → Ios — this week
13 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Wed 22 Jul): 2 ferries — first at 12:50
Operated by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 30m–1h25m
Folegandros to Ios Ferry
Folegandros to Ios -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (February to September).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day, February to September.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Folegandros to Ios ferry is a short hop between two islands with very different personalities. Folegandros is quiet and unspoiled, known for its clifftop Chora and the kind of unhurried pace that feels increasingly rare in the Cyclades. Ios, just across the water, buzzes with a different energy — livelier beaches, a famous party scene, and one of the most iconic village settings in the islands. The crossing links them neatly.
Throughout the year there are 2 ferries per day on average. That frequency gives you reasonable flexibility when planning your onward journey, though booking ahead is wise in summer when demand picks up across the southern Cyclades.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Folegandros to Ios:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| March | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.6 (1–3) |
| June | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| July | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| September | Yes | 1.6 (1–3) |
| October | No | – |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Folegandros to Ios — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-21):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 21 Jul | 1 | 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Wed 22 Jul | 2 | 12:50, 15:20 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 2 | 12:30, 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 2 | 12:50, 14:20 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 2 | 10:30, 12:50 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 1 | 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 3 | 12:50, 16:45, 21:50 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 1 | 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 2 | 12:50, 15:20 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 2 | 12:30, 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 2 | 12:50, 14:20 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 2 | 10:30, 12:50 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 1 | 12:50 | SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 3 | 12:50, 16:45, 21:50 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
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Tips for the Folegandros–Ios Ferry
- Four-berth cabins offer the best value if you are travelling as a family or small group; the cost divided between you is often comparable to a budget hotel room.
- The bow (front) of the vessel experiences the most pitching in head-on swells; the stern tends to be smoother when seas are rough.
- Quick-dry travel towels pack much smaller than conventional towels and are worth the investment if you are covering multiple islands.
- In Ios, the whitewashed Chora draws visitors with its narrow footpaths, windmills, and the climb to the Church of Panagia Gremiotissa for sweeping views across the Aegean. The island’s beaches are among the finest in the Cyclades – Mylopotas, Manganari, and Magganari are the most celebrated – while Homer’s reputed tomb lies on the northern hillside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Folegandros to Ios?
Typically 1 ferry per day, February to September. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Folegandros to Ios today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Folegandros to Ios this week?
Around 13 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Folegandros to Ios?
The first departure is usually 12:50.
How long is the ferry from Folegandros to Ios?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 30m, while the slowest takes around 1h25m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 30m (high-speed), Fast Ferries 1h15m–1h25m (conventional), Blue Star Ferries 1h15m.
Which ferry companies operate the Folegandros–Ios route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.