Ios to Milos Ferry
🚢 Ios → Milos — this week
9 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Thu 23 Jul): 1 ferries — first at 13:30
Operated by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries · crossing 2h50m–4h05m
Ios to Milos Ferry
Ios to Milos -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (February to September).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day, February to September.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- 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 | No | – |
| 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 | No | – |
| November | No | – |
| December | No | – |
Ios to Milos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-22):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 22 Jul | 2 | 13:30, 21:00 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 2 | 13:30, 19:35 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 2 | 13:30, 21:00 | Fast Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 2 | 13:30, 19:35 | Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
| Tue 4 Aug | 1 | 13:30 | SeaJets |
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Tips for the Ios–Milos Ferry
- Piraeus port is divided into numbered gates; your boarding pass will show a gate, but always confirm at the port information board as last-minute changes happen.
- Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
- On routes operated by a single company, focus on choosing the right class of service rather than comparing operators.
- Third-party booking agents are useful for comparing multiple operators on the same route, but check their cancellation and change policies before paying.
- 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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- Compare car hire prices in Greece via DiscoverCars
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ios to Milos?
Typically 1 ferry per day, February to September. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Ios to Milos today?
Yes – 2 sailings 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 2h50m, while the slowest takes around 4h05m. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 2h50m (high-speed), Fast Ferries 3h30m–3h35m (conventional), Blue Star Ferries 4h05m.
Which ferry companies operate the Ios–Milos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.