Ios to Naxos Ferry
🚢 Ios → Naxos — this week
27 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 4/day (5 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 09:00
Ios to Naxos Ferry
Ios to Naxos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 5 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 40 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €8 – €70 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Ios to Naxos ferry is a short hop between two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands — less than two hours of open sea separating the party-famous shores of Ios from the varied pleasures of Naxos. Whether you are island-hopping in high summer or travelling in the quieter shoulder months, this route gives you a reliable connection with minimal fuss.
Service runs throughout the year, though winter timetables are slimmer with around 1 departure per day. Come summer, frequencies climb to 4 ferries daily on average, with the peak months of June–August seeing up to 5 sailings a day.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Ios to Naxos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 2.7 (1–4) |
| June | Yes | 3.8 (3–5) |
| July | Yes | 3.8 (3–5) |
| August | Yes | 3.9 (3–5) |
| September | Yes | 3.3 (2–5) |
| October | Yes | 2.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Ios to Naxos — 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 | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 5 | 07:35, 09:00, 12:05, 13:40, 20:30 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 13:40, 20:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 5 | 07:35, 09:00, 12:05, 13:40, 20:30 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 13:40, 20:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 4 | 07:35, 09:00, 14:05, 20:30 |
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Ferry Companies
The Ios–Naxos route is served by 3 companies:
- SeaJets – approximately 40 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
Tips for the Ios–Naxos 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.
- When booking a multi-island itinerary, save a PDF or screenshot of each confirmation; email may not load reliably when you are at a small island port.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
Useful Resources for Your Greek Island Trip
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- Compare car hire prices in Greece via DiscoverCars
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ios to Naxos?
1 to 5 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Ios to Naxos today?
Yes – 4 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Ios to Naxos this week?
Around 27 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 4 per day, 5 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Ios to Naxos?
The first departure is usually 09:00.
How long is the ferry from Ios to Naxos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 40 minutes, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 45 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Ios to Naxos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €8 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €70 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Ios–Naxos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers 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.