Ios to Milos Ferry
🚢 Ios → Milos — this week
9 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 13:30
Ios to Milos Ferry
Ios to Milos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 20 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 2 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €14 – €94 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Ios to Milos ferry is a straightforward connection between two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands. Ios is known for its lively harbour and long sandy beaches; Milos sits further west, shaped by ancient volcanic activity into a coastline like nowhere else in Greece. This route runs year-round, making it a reliable link for travellers who want to combine the two.
On average you can expect 1 ferry per day throughout the year, with slightly more frequent sailings during the summer months from May through September.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Ios to Milos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Ios to Milos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 13:30, 19:35 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 13:30, 21:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 13:30, 19:35 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 13:30 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 13:30, 21:00 |
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Tips for the Ios–Milos Ferry
- The port at Ormos sits about 2km below Chora – roughly a five-minute drive, a 20-minute walk, or a short bus ride from the stop just along the road from the ferry quay.
- Arrive at Ormos port at least an hour before departure in summer – traffic builds up around the port and you'll want time to secure a good deck or lounge seat before boarding.
- Ormos port has its own supermarkets, cafes, ATMs and car or motorbike hire outlets, so you can wait comfortably, withdraw cash or pick up rental transport without leaving the harbour area.
- Rain gear is rarely needed on summer ferry crossings, but a waterproof layer is worth having in spring and autumn when showers are possible.
- Once you arrive in Milos, the volcanic island's extraordinary coastline reveals sea caves, coloured rock formations, and beaches of every kind, from the famous white pumice shores of Sarakiniko to the fishing village of Klima with its boathouses built into the rock. Milos is also the island where the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ios to Milos?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 20 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Ios to Milos today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Ios to Milos this week?
Around 9 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Ios to Milos?
The first departure is usually 13:30.
How long is the ferry from Ios to Milos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2 hours 50 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours 5 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Ios to Milos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €14 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €94 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Ios–Milos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car in Milos?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.
Can you rent a car in Ios?
Yes. The port sits about 2km from Chora, with rental desks at both. A car isn't essential for the Chora to Mylopotas stretch, which is walkable and bus-served, but it's worth having to reach quieter spots like Manganari beach, roughly 19km to the south. Check current rates at Discover Cars.