The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ios to Ermoupoli
Cheapest price
€150
Average price
€219
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ios to Ermoupoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ios to Ermoupoli will cost around €219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €150.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Ios for Ermoupoli on Wed, Nov 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct ferries cover the 85 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Ios to Ermoupoli ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ios to Ermoupoli ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:05 AM Port Of Ios | 5h10 | 1:15 PM Syros | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Port Of Ios | 2h05 | 3:25 PM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ios to Ermoupoli
Ferries from Ios to Ermoupoli run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €150 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 17:40. The fastest ferry covers the 45 nautical miles (85 km) distance in 2h 5m. Ferries from Ios to Ermoupoli are available to foot passengers.

Distance 45 nautical miles (85 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €150 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 2h 5m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 17:40 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets from Ios to ErmoupoliYou can travel by ferry between Ios to Ermoupoli with Seajets for as low as €150. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Ios to Ermoupoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ios to Ermoupoli by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ermoupoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Ios, which is located around 0.6 miles (955 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Syros, located 0.1 miles (234 m) away from the city centre.
