SEAJETSHIGH-SPEED
Piraeus → IosExample sailing · 15 June 2027
07:00Piraeus
4h 15mhigh-speed
11:15Ios
- Seat
- Economy
- Season
- Summer
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way
Fare from€89.70
1 adultone way
Piraeus to Ios ferry: what you need to know
Ferries from Piraeus, the main port of Athens, sail to Ios every day of the year. In summer, high-speed boats take from 4h 15m; Blue Star’s conventional ferry runs all year, takes around 6h 45m and is usually the cheapest way, from €48.
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BLUE STAR FERRIESCONVENTIONAL
Piraeus → IosExample sailing · 29 October 2026
07:25Piraeus
6h 45mconventional
14:10Ios
- Seat
- Deck / economy
- Vehicles
- Cars, campers and caravans
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way
Fare from€55.00
1 adultone way
FAST FERRIESCONVENTIONAL
Piraeus → IosExample sailing · 31 October 2026
07:15Piraeus
9hconventional
16:15Ios
- Seat
- Deck / economy
- Vehicles
- Cars, campers and vans
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way
Fare from€48.00
1 adultone way
Sample timetables
Real sailings from our booking engine for one day in autumn and one in summer. Times and fares change with the date, so search your day for the live list.
Autumn · Thursday 29 October 2026
| Departs | Arrives | Time | Company | Type | Fare from | Car from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:25 | 14:10 | 6h 45m | Blue Star Ferries | Conventional | €55.00 | ask us |
Summer · Tuesday 15 June 2027
| Departs | Arrives | Time | Company | Type | Fare from | Car from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | 11:15 | 4h 15m | Seajets | High-speed | €89.70 | €99 |
| 08:40 | 13:50 | 5h 10m | Seajets | High-speed | €89.70 | €99 |
| 15:00 | 20:20 | 5h 20m | Seajets | High-speed | €89.70 | €99 |
Fares are the cheapest adult ticket for that sailing. “Car from” is the fare for a standard car where the company quotes it; for campers and other vehicles we quote by length.
Ticket prices
One way for one adult: from €55.00 on Blue Star’s conventional ferry (October 2026) and from €89.70 on a Seajets high-speed boat (June 2027).
| Route | Companies | Fastest | Fares from | When |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus → Ios | Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets | 4 h 15 m | €48 | All year |
Children travel at reduced fares on every company. Other discounts, such as for students, large families or people with disabilities, apply only to Greek citizens.
High-speed or conventional?
High-speed (Seajets)
- From 4h 15m, mostly in summer
- Seats only, no open decks on most boats
- Can be bumpy on windy days
- Higher fares, from €89.70
Conventional (Blue Star)
- Around 6h 45m, every day of the year
- Open decks and cafés
- Steadier in the wind; carries cars, campers and caravans
- Lower fares, from €48
Departure and arrival ports
Leaving from Piraeus
Ferries to Ios leave from the Cyclades gates near the metro and train station. Blue Star shows your gate when you check in (online or at the port); Seajets usually leaves from E9 or E7 and usually sends you an SMS with the gate. Some sailings use E1 or E2 at the other end of the port, so always check and allow extra time, as the gates are far apart. Be at the port at least an hour before departure. Piraeus port guide →
Arriving in Ios
Ferries arrive at Ios port (Ormos). The port, Ormos, is a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride below the Chora; Mylopotas beach is a few minutes further by bus. Arriving in Ios →
Flying into Athens? Leave at least 4 hours between your flight’s landing and the ferry’s departure. Choosing an Athens port →
Cars, campers & caravans
Blue Star’s conventional ferries carry cars, motorbikes, campers, caravans, vans and boat trailers, and some Seajets boats take cars (from about €99 for a standard car on 15 June 2027). Prices for campers, caravans and boat trailers depend on the exact length and height, so tell us your vehicle and we will find the right sailing and fare. Gas-fuelled and electric vehicles must be declared when you book.
Plan the rest of your trip
Read our full Ios travel guide for beaches, getting around and where to stay, or carry on island hopping:
Piraeus–Ios ferry FAQ
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Ios?
From about 4h 15m on a summer high-speed boat, and around 6h 45m on Blue Star’s conventional ferry, which runs all year.
How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Ios?
One way for one adult: from €55.00 on the conventional ferry (October 2026) and from €89.70 on a high-speed boat (June 2027). Fares change with the date and the ship.
How many ferries a day go from Piraeus to Ios?
In autumn and winter there is usually one conventional ferry a day (Blue Star or Fast Ferries), sailing by day. In summer Seajets adds several high-speed boats.
Which gate in Piraeus do ferries to Ios leave from?
Blue Star shows your gate when you check in (online or at the port). Seajets usually leaves from E9 or E7 and usually sends you an SMS with the gate. Some sailings leave from E1 or E2, at the other end of the port, so check the port signs on the day and allow extra time.
Can I take my car or camper from Piraeus to Ios?
Yes. Blue Star Ferries carries cars, campers, caravans and motorbikes; prices for big vehicles depend on length and height. Get a vehicle quote.