Naxos to Ios Ferry
🚢 Naxos → Ios — this week
27 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 3/day (4 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Wed 22 Jul): 5 ferries — first at 00:45
Operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 40m–3h40m
Naxos to Ios Ferry
Naxos to Ios -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (March to October).
- Frequency: 1 to 5 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Naxos to Ios ferry is one of the most rewarding short hops in the Cyclades. These two islands sit close together in the southern Aegean, and the crossing puts you at the door of Ios’s legendary beaches and whitewashed Chora in well under two hours. Ferries run from March to October, making it a practical link whether you’re island-hopping in the height of summer or travelling in the quieter shoulder months.
At peak summer you can count on up to 5 ferries a day, giving you real flexibility to plan your day around the crossing rather than the other way around. Earlier in the season — March and April — services are sparser, typically 1 to 2 departures daily, so it’s worth checking the schedule before you commit to your onward plans.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Ios:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | No | – |
| March | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 2.9 (2–5) |
| June | Yes | 3.8 (3–5) |
| July | Yes | 3.9 (3–5) |
| August | Yes | 3.8 (3–5) |
| September | Yes | 4.2 (3–5) |
| October | Yes | 2.4 (1–4) |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Naxos 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 | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Wed 22 Jul | 5 | 00:45, 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 5 | 10:35, 12:20, 17:25, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 4 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 4 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 5 | 00:45, 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 5 | 10:35, 12:20, 17:25, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 4 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 3 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35 | SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 4 | 10:35, 12:20, 19:35, 23:45 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
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Tips for the Naxos–Ios Ferry
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
- The 15th of August (Assumption Day) marks the absolute peak of Greek domestic travel; routes from Athens and Thessaloniki fill completely – book far ahead.
- 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 Naxos to Ios?
1 to 5 ferries per day depending on the season. The route operates from March to October.
Are there ferries from Naxos to Ios today?
Yes – 3 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Naxos to Ios this week?
Around 27 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 3 per day, 4 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Naxos to Ios?
The first departure is usually 00:45.
How long is the ferry from Naxos to Ios?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 40m, while the slowest takes around 3h40m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 40m–3h40m (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries 1h10m–3h30m.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Ios route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.