BLUE STAR FERRIESCONVENTIONAL
Piraeus → IkariaExample sailing · 13 November 2026
15:00Piraeus
7h 05mby day
22:05Ikaria
- Seat
- Deck / economy
- Vehicles
- Cars, campers and caravans
- Fare for
- 1 adult · one way
Fare from€59.50
Economy1 adult · one way
Ikaria by ferry
Ikaria is known for its relaxed pace of life, its long-lived residents and its summer panigiria, the all-night village festivals with music and dancing. The coast is wild and the mountains are green. The island takes its name from the myth of Icarus, and it is known worldwide as a place where people live unusually long. Shops open late, meals last for hours and villages keep their own rhythm.
Ferries from Piraeus take from 7h 05m, from €59.50 for one adult, one way. You can also sail to Fournoi, Samos, Chios, Lesvos.
Stay in Armenistis
Sandy beaches in the north-west, closest to Nas.
Stay in Agios Kirykos
The capital and port, near the hot springs of Therma.
Ferry routes & prices
Real sailings from our booking engine on sample dates in winter and summer. Ikaria is linked with Fournoi, Samos, Chios, Piraeus, Lesvos, Limnos.
Search your datesBlue Star Ferries company guide →
| From | Companies | Fastest | Fares from | When |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fournoi | Blue Star Ferries | 35 min | €7 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Samos | Blue Star Ferries | 1h 11m | €6.50 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Chios | Blue Star Ferries | 6h 05m | €13.50 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Piraeus | Blue Star Ferries | 7h 05m | €59.50 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Lesvos | Blue Star Ferries | 8h 50m | €21 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Limnos | Blue Star Ferries | 14h 15m | €30 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Kavala | Blue Star Ferries | 17h 45m | €36.50 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
| Thessaloniki | Blue Star Ferries | 19h 45m | €47 | Autumn & winter; check summer |
Children travel at reduced fares. ISIC student card holders get reduced fares on some companies. See all discounts. For a group booking, ask us for a quote.
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Island hopping from Ikaria
Fares from our booking engine on sample dates; search your date.
Arriving & getting around
Where does the boat arrive?
Ferries arrive at Agios Kirykos in the south or Evdilos in the north. They are far apart, so check your ticket and your hotel.
Leaving from Piraeus
Gates in Piraeus
Ferries to the North Aegean often leave from gate E1, at the far end of the port from the metro; Blue Star shows your gate when you check in. Allow extra time to get there.
Overnight sailings
The Blue Star ferries usually leave in the evening and sail through the night: book a cabin for a bed and your own bathroom.
Flying instead
Chios, Lesvos, Samos, Ikaria and Limnos have airports; many travellers fly one way and sail the other, and hop by boat.
On the island
From the port
Tell your host which port you arrive at: Agios Kirykos and Evdilos are far apart by road.
Getting around
Roads are winding and buses few, so a car or scooter helps a lot.
Flying
Ikaria has a small airport with flights from Athens.
Best time to go
June to September. July and August are the months of the panigiria.
Which port?
Choose Evdilos for Armenistis and Nas, and Agios Kirykos for Therma and the south.
Campers, vans & vehicles
Taking a camper, motorhome, van or your boat on a trailer to Ikaria? Big vehicles need a little more planning on Greek ferries. Here is what to know, for holidays and for business.
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Measure and declare
Give the exact length and height of your camper, van or car with caravan, including bike racks, roof boxes and tow bars. The ferry fare and deck space depend on them, and a vehicle bigger than booked may be refused or charged extra at the port.
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Gas and fuel
Vehicles running on LPG or other gas, and hybrid or electric vehicles, must be declared when you book. Gas tanks may be filled to no more than 50% and EV batteries charged to no more than 40%. Make sure gas bottles are turned off before boarding.
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At the port
Be at the port at least 1 hour before departure. Large vehicles are loaded in the order set by the port authority, so arriving early helps. Book well ahead in July and August: garage space for big vehicles runs out first.
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On board
Only the driver stays with the vehicle to drive it on and off; everyone else boards on foot. Nobody may stay in the vehicle during the crossing, so take what you need for the trip with you.
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Boat on a trailer
Taking your own boat? We also book ferry tickets for a car towing a boat trailer. Give the total length of car, trailer and boat together, and the height of the boat on the trailer, including any mast, frame or outboard engine.
On Ikaria: wild camping is not allowed in Greece. You can park a camper wherever car parking is allowed, but setting up camp outside a campsite can be fined.
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Vans and goods
Vans carrying goods, tools or equipment for work may be booked as commercial vehicles, with a different fare and different paperwork from a private car. Tell us what the vehicle carries and its weight.
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Teams and fleets
Several vehicles and drivers on the same sailing, or regular crossings for a project? We book them together so your team travels on the same ship.
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Exact dimensions
Length, height and weight decide the category. Include racks, ladders and trailers, and tell us if anything is loaded on the roof.
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Timing
Commercial vehicles may need to be at the port earlier than cars. We confirm the exact check-in time and gate for your sailing.
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Company invoice
Travelling for work? We issue an invoice in your company’s name. Send us the company name, address and VAT number with your quote request.
Beaches & things to see
See
Nas
A river beach in a small gorge in the north-west.
See
Armenistis
A seaside village with long sandy beaches nearby.
See
Seychelles beach
A white pebble cove on the south coast.
See
Therma
Natural hot springs by Agios Kirykos.
See
Christos Raches
A mountain village famous for its late-night shops.
North
Livadi and Mesakti
Two sandy beaches with small rivers, near Armenistis.
North
Gialiskari
A fishing harbour next to Mesakti.
South
Karkinagri
A remote village at the end of the south coast road.
East
Faros
A long pebble beach near the airport.
North
Evdilos
A harbour town and the second port of the island.
Evenings & nightlife
Evenings are slow, and in summer the village panigiria go on all night.
Ferry companies serving Ikaria
Ikaria ferry FAQ
How do I get to Ikaria by ferry?
Ferries from Piraeus take from 7h 05m. You can also sail from Fournoi, Samos, Chios, Lesvos.
How much is the ferry to Ikaria?
From €59.50 for one adult, one way from Piraeus, on our sample dates. Fares change with the date and the ship.
Which port do ferries use?
Ferries arrive at Agios Kirykos in the south or Evdilos in the north. They are far apart, so check your ticket and your hotel.
Does Ikaria have an airport?
Ikaria has a small airport with flights from Athens.
Can I take my car or camper to Ikaria?
Yes, on the conventional ferries. Get a vehicle quote.
What is Ikaria famous for?
For long life, relaxed village life and the summer panigiria.
Which is better, Evdilos or Agios Kirykos?
Evdilos is closer to the northern beaches, and Agios Kirykos to the hot springs. Check which one your ferry uses.
What is a panigiri?
A village festival for a saint’s day, with food, wine and traditional dancing, usually until morning.
Which islands can I reach from Ikaria?
Fournoi (from 35 min), Samos (from 1h 11m), Chios (from 6h 05m).
Which gate do ferries to Ikaria use in Piraeus?
Ferries to the eastern Aegean often leave from gate E1 or E2, at the far end of the port from the metro; Blue Star shows your gate when you check in.
Is the ferry to Ikaria overnight?
Many sailings from Piraeus are long and some run overnight. Search your date to see the times, and ask our team about cabins.
Can I book ferry tickets to Ikaria online?
Yes. Search your date above and pay online, or message our team on WhatsApp, Viber or email.