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Ferry from Ios to Syros

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 9 weekly sailings between Ios and Syros. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Ios to Syros, SeaJets & Blue Star Ferries.Ios Syros ferries take around 2 hours 25 minutes. The ferry costs between $107 and $460, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Ios to Syros.

What's the ferry schedule from Ios to Syros?

The earliest Ios Syros ferry typically departs Ios at about 09:10 and the last ferry usually leaves at 14:00.

How long is the ferry from Ios to Syros?

Ferries from Ios to Syros sail in around 2 hours 25 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 5 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ios Syros Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 9 weekly sailings from Ios to Syros provided by SeaJets & Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

SeaJets provide 12 sailings weekly. Blue Star Ferries provide 1 sailing weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Ios to Syros?

The price of a ferry from Ios to Syros typically range between $107* and $460*. On average the Ios Syros ferry is $231*. The cheapest Ios Syros ferry prices start from $107*. The average price for a foot passenger is $231*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Ios to Syros?

The distance between Ios to Syros is approximately 50 miles (81km) or 44 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Ios to Syros with a car?

Yes, Ios Syros ferries allow cars onboard with SeaJets & Blue Star Ferries between Ios and Syros. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Ios and Syros use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ios to Syros?

SeaJets & Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Ios Syros ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ios to Syros?

SeaJets & Blue Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Ios to Syros. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Ios - Syros Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryCyclades Islands
Destination CountryCyclades Islands
No. of Operators2
OperatorsSeaJets & Blue Star Ferries
Average Price$231
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings9
Average Sailing Duration2 h 25 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 5 m
First Ferry09:10
Last Ferry14:00
Distance44 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Ios to Syros Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Ios to Syros?

    The ferry crossing time from Ios to Syros is approximately 2 hours 25 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Ios to Syros?

    Ios to Syros ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Ios to Syros is $231. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Ios to Syros?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Ios to Syros. These are

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Ios to Syros?

    Book ferries from Ios to Syros through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ios to Syros?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Ios to Syros with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Ios to Syros?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Ios to Syros with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Ios to Syros?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Ios to Syros?

    The distance from Ios to Syros is 44 nautical miles.

Ios Guide

Forming one of the Cyclades group of islands, the Greek island of Ios is located in the Aegean Sea and lies around mid way between the island of Naxos and the island of Santorini. The island's terrain is characterised by hills and cliffs that lead down to the sea on most sides of the island. Located on the north west coast is the island's port which is only a short distance from the village of Chora. The trip between Chora and the port can be made on foot which will take you along a steep donkey path, and takes around 15 minutes. The village is characterised by narrow paths and streets most of which have now been taken over by bars, restaurants, shops and night clubs to cater for tourists.

There are ferries from the island's port to Piraeus and Rafina with a crossing time of between 4 1/2 hours and 8 hours, depending on ferry type, route and destination. During the summer months Ios is also connected by ferry to the other islands of the Cyclades.


Syros Guide

The Greek island of Syros is one of the Cyclades group of islands and is unusual in that the island's architecture is more medieval rather than the more typical Cycladic. The island's capital is Ermoupolis and has some fine examples of Venetian mansions to see. In the Vaporia quarter of the capital visitors will find some lovely large churches and impressive neoclassical buildings, such as the Town Hall and Apollo Theatre in the central square. Also popular with visitors are the island's beaches which are well equipped for tourists and have a good range of facilities.

The island can trace its history back to the 3rd millennium BC where signs of inhabitation have been found in the Halandriani and Kastri parts of the island. Artefacts found indicate that there was some kind of metal workshop on the island which possibly had a trading relationship with Asia Minor. The Samians occupied the island in the 6th century BC and is when many of the island's inhabitants moved to the island. At that time, the important physician and philosopher Pherecydis was born in Syros and some years later he went to Samos and became the teacher of Pythagoras.

Ios to Syros Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 10:55 14:45 3 hours 50 minutes Sun

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