Ios – Folegandros

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Ios – Folegandros

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Ferry from Ios to Folegandros

There are approximately 4 weekly sailings between Ios to Folegandros. 4 operators sail this route Hellenic Seaways, SAOS Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Ios Folegandros ferries.

Ferry times from Ios to Folegandros

Ios Folegandros ferry sailings typically depart from Ios at around 09:05. The average sailing time is approximately 1h 24m.

Ferry prices from Ios to Folegandros

Ios Folegandros ferry prices typically range between $14* and $159*. The average price is typically $81*. The cheapest Ios Folegandros ferry prices start from $9*. The average price for a foot passenger is $77*. The average price for a car is $174*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.

How far is Ios to Folegandros?

The distance between Ios to Folegandros is approximately 23.1 miles (37.2km) or 20.1 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Ios Folegandros ferry?

Yes, Hellenic Seaways, SAOS Ferries, SeaJets, Zante Ferries allow cars on board for ferries between Ios and Folegandros. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ios and Folegandros.

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Hellenic Seaways, SAOS Ferries, SeaJets, Zante Ferries between Ios and Folegandros.

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Ios - Folegandros Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 4
Operators Hellenic Seaways, SAOS Ferries, SeaJets & Zante Ferries
Average Price $81*
Average Weekly Sailings 4
Average Sailing Duration 1h 24m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 15m
First Ferry 09:05
Last Ferry 21:35
Distance 20 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

Most popular questions

Ios Guide

Ios Ferry

A small yet dazzling island, Ios is the perfect place to visit to see the quintessential Greek island, with cliffs, mountains, stretches of green, and glittering ocean as far as the eye can see. Home to continuously warm climates, picturesque villages, stunning landscapes, and friendly locals, getting to Ios by ferry has never been easier.

Is there a ferry from Ios?

Ios ferries are operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Small Cyclades Lines and Zante Ferries connecting Cyclades Islands, Greece with 21 destinations. Ios Ferries sail around 27 times a day and up to 127 times a week.

Where can I get a ferry from Ios?

Ios ferries sail from Ios to Santorini (Thira), Paros, Heraklion, Mykonos, Folegandros, Syros, Athens (Piraeus), Kythnos, Milos, Sifnos, Serifos, Sikinos, Thirasia, Naxos, Kimolos, Anafi, Katapola (Amorgos), Athens (Lavrio), Athens (Rafina), Tinos, Kea.

How long is the ferry from Ios?

Sailing time on a Ios ferry can vary between 15m and 11h 30m depending on the route, operator and season.

How much do ferries from Ios cost?

The price of a ferry from Ios starts at around $280.59. Ios ferries can range between $280.59 and $20.91 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.

What is the fastest ferry from Ios?

The fastest ferry from Ios is on the Ios - Sikinos ferry in 15m with SeaJets.

Is there a car ferry from Ios?

Car ferries do sail from Ios and are operated by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries and Cyclades Fast Ferries. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.

Can foot passengers travel on ferries from Ios?

Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Ios with SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines and Small Cyclades Lines.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ios?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Ios with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Zante Ferries, Golden Star Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.

Are there cabins on ferries from Ios?

Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Ios. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Ios include Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Golden Star Ferries. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.

Ios Port Facilities

At Ios ferry port, you will find the basic amenities that can be expected of a port of such small size, such as a small seating area, but there is easy access to the rest of the island from this port, as it is in the centre of the main town of Chora, and all routes to the rest of the island run from this town, with taxis available no matter where you look.


Folegandros Guide

Folegandros Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 238 ferries running per week, across 19 ferry routes, and provided by 4 ferry operators, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here, especially as ferry timetables can be affected by many different factors. These can include seasonal changes, changes to the ferry routes, changes made by the ferry operators, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Folegandros take?

Ferry sail durations on this route can take anywhere between 30 minutes, to 1 hour and 50 minutes, to 2 hours and 20 minutes, to 4 hours and 25 minutes, to 6 hours and 35 minutes, 9 hours and 20 minutes, and this variation is caused for any number of reasons. These can include different ferry routes, different ferry operators, changes made by the ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.

Folegandros Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Folegandros will cost is defined by many different aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend checking out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.

Folegandros Port Facilities

At Folegandros ferry port, you will find that there are not many facilities available at the port, as this is a very small island that has only recently expanded into ferries, so there is only the docking port here at Folegandros. However, the port is very close to the main town, and there are plenty of amenities here, including hotels and restaurants, as well as walking trails to the rest of the island.


Ios to Folegandros
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 11/3/2025 and 11/9/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cyclades Fast Ferries 10:30 11:55 1 hour 25 minutes Mon, Wed, Fri
Hellenic Seaways 19:35 20:50 1 hour 15 minutes Sat

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