Ios to Tinos Ferry
🚢 Ios → Tinos — this week
21 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 3/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 14:05
Ios to Tinos Ferry
Ios to Tinos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes.
- Operators: Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Ios to Tinos ferry route links two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands — party-loving Ios in the south and the deeply spiritual, marble-rich Tinos further north. It is a crossing that takes you from one mood of the Greek islands to another entirely. Ferries run from May through to October, so there is no winter service on this route.
During the season you can count on around two ferries a day in peak summer, with the shoulder months of May and October seeing slightly thinner scheduling. Book ahead in July and August when demand across the Cyclades runs high.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Ios to Tinos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Yes | 1.0 |
| June | Yes | 2.0 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 2.0 |
| August | Yes | 2.7 (2–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.0 |
| October | Yes | 2.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Ios to Tinos — 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 | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 3 | 13:40, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 3 | 13:40, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 3 | 13:40, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 3 | 13:40, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 14:05, 15:15, 15:25 |
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Tips for the Ios–Tinos 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.
- Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
- In Tinos, the Church of Panagia Evangelistria in the island's main town is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, drawing hundreds of thousands of faithful each year. Beyond the port, the island's marble-carved villages and the distinctive marble-latticed dovecotes of the countryside make for rewarding exploration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ios to Tinos?
2-3 ferries per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 18 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Ios to Tinos today?
Yes – 3 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Ios to Tinos this week?
Around 21 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 3 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Ios to Tinos?
The first departure is usually 14:05.
How long is the ferry from Ios to Tinos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 55 minutes, while the slowest takes around 2 hours 50 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Ios–Tinos route?
The route is served by Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets.
Do you need a car in Tinos?
Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare 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.