Ferry Athens (Piraeus) → Ios 🇬🇷🇬🇷

Sail from Athens (Piraeus) to Ios, the lively Cycladic island famed for its golden beaches, whitewashed Chora and legendary summer nightlife. SeaJets runs sleek high-speed catamarans — the EuroChampion Jet, Olympic Champion Jet and Champion Jet 2 — covering the crossing in around 4 to 5 hours, while Blue Star Ferries operates the comfortable conventional ferry Blue Star 1 in roughly 7 hours 35 minutes, ideal if you're travelling with a car. Departures run daily through the summer season, so it's easy to pair Ios with neighbours like Naxos, Paros or Santorini. Compare every operator and fare in one search on VoilaFerry and book your Piraeus–Ios crossing with confidence.

The Athens (Piraeus) → Ios ferry route serves Ios from Athens (Piraeus), in Greece. It is operated by BLUE STAR FERRIES, SEAJETS, with a crossing time of around 4 h 15 (high-speed) to 7 h 35 (conventional) (daily departures in summer). Fares start from €44 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.

Operators on this route

• BLUE STAR FERRIES
• SEAJETS

How to book your ferry

1. Pick your date and number of passengers.
2. Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
3. Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.

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Good to know

• Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
• Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
• Pets welcome depending on the operator.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the ferry from Piraeus to Ios take?

SeaJets high-speed catamarans cover the crossing in roughly 4 to 5 hours, while the Blue Star Ferries conventional ferry takes around 7 hours 35 minutes.

Which ferry companies sail from Piraeus to Ios?

Two operators serve this route: SeaJets with high-speed vessels (EuroChampion Jet, Olympic Champion Jet, Champion Jet 2) and Blue Star Ferries with the conventional Blue Star 1.

Can I take a car on the ferry to Ios?

Yes. The Blue Star Ferries conventional ferry carries vehicles, so it's the best choice if you want to bring a car or motorbike. The high-speed SeaJets services also carry vehicles on most sailings — just add yours during the search.

When should I book my Piraeus to Ios ferry?

Ios is a popular summer destination, so book early — ideally several weeks ahead for July and August, when sailings and cabins fill up fast.

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