Milos to Ios Ferry
🚢 Milos → Ios — this week
16 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day (3 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 11:40
Milos to Ios Ferry
Milos to Ios -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 40 minutes to 7 hours 55 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €14 – €94 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Two of the Cyclades' most distinctive islands, and a ferry connection that feels like a natural pairing. Milos, with its volcanic landscapes and those justly famous coloured cliffs at Sarakiniko, gives way to Ios -- a smaller island that has spent decades charming visitors with its spirited Chora, its long sandy beaches, and a pace of life that slows the moment you step off the boat. The crossing is a short hop by Aegean standards, and once you've made it, you'll understand why so many island-hoppers put both islands on the same itinerary.
The route runs from March through September, with roughly one departure per day -- sometimes two on busier summer days. That's a comfortable window for planning, though if you're travelling in August you'll want to book ahead. Seats fill quickly when the whole of Europe decides the Cyclades are the right place to be.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Milos to Ios:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| July | Yes | 1.5 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 2.3 (2–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.0 (1–3) |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Milos to Ios — 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 | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 3 | 07:30, 11:40, 12:25 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 11:40, 12:25, 13:10 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 3 | 07:30, 11:40, 12:25 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 12:25 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 11:40, 12:25, 13:10 |
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Tips for the Milos–Ios Ferry
- Arrive at Adamas port at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry's scheduled departure, allowing time for check-in and boarding, since the port area becomes busy and congested during the peak summer months.
- Milos's main bus stop is only a few metres from the port at Adamas, with services roughly timed to ferry arrivals and departures; buy your ticket on board, and check the last departure if you have a late ferry.
- Adamas port itself has free Wi-Fi, public restrooms, an information booth and the port authority office, plus separate car and motorbike parking areas nearby at Adamas Square if you are arriving by road.
- Evening arrivals into a lit island harbour are particularly beautiful; consider timing a crossing to arrive at dusk if the schedule allows.
- In Ios, the whitewashed Chora draws visitors with its narrow footpaths, windmills, and the climb to the Church of Panagia Gremiotissa for sweeping views across the Aegean. The island's beaches are among the finest in the Cyclades – Mylopotas, Manganari, and Magganari are the most celebrated – while Homer's reputed tomb lies on the northern hillside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Milos to Ios?
1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Milos to Ios today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Milos to Ios this week?
Around 16 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day, 3 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Milos to Ios?
The first departure is usually 11:40.
How long is the ferry from Milos to Ios?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes, while the slowest takes around 7 hours 55 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Milos to Ios 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 Milos–Ios route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
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.
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.