Ios - Serifos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Ios - Serifos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Cyclades Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Ios to Serifos. Ios Serifos ferries cost from just $15 and vary based on season, availability and whether you’re going by foot or by car. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Ios Serifos ferries.
Last Updated: 10/9/2026
Hopping from Ios to Serifos is classic island-hopping through the whitewashed Cyclades — a short crossing over the deep blue Aegean, reaching Serifos in around 4 hours 50 minutes — or as little as 4 hours 40 minutes on the quicker sailings.
The crossing is part of the fun — step out on deck for the sea air and the views as you leave Ios behind and Serifos comes into sight. Bring your car and extra luggage, or travel light as a foot passenger — it's easy to combine Serifos with more of the Cyclades on the same trip.
Tip: Inter-island sailings from Ios to Serifos are busiest in summer, so booking ahead helps keep your island-hopping plans on track.
Ios to Serifos ferry prices typically range from $15 to $83. The average ferry price from Ios to Serifos is around $28. The cheapest fares usually start from $15. The average foot passenger ticket costs $22. The average price when traveling with a car is $83.
Prices may vary depending on passenger numbers, vehicle type, route, and sailing time. Please be aware that pricing data excludes service fees and is based on searches from the last 30 days. This was last updated October 26.
The cheapest tickets on the Ios to Serifos ferry cost approximately $15. Traveling outside the busy July and August peak is one of the easiest ways to find a lower fare.
Direct Ferries makes it easy to compare ferry tickets and prices worldwide, so you can find the best deal for your journey. Please visit our Special Offers page to see current discounts on selected routes and operators. Booking early is typically the most reliable way to secure lower fares and better availability.
Yes, Direct Ferries offers a range of discounts throughout the year. Where available, senior discounts are applied automatically during the search process: simply select the relevant age range when entering passenger details.
Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, register with our partner Student Beans to confirm your student or graduate status. You'll then receive a discount code to enter during payment.
Resident discounts are available on some routes. If they apply to the Ios to Serifos ferry, a residents checkbox will appear above the search button when you enter your travel details. You'll need to show valid proof of residency at check-in — if you can't, the ferry company may ask you to pay the difference for a non-discounted ticket. Everyone on the booking must qualify for the discount; if not, it's best to book separately.
There are around 3 weekly sailings from Ios to Serifos. Frequencies are usually at their highest across the summer season and ease off in winter.
Cyclades Fast Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 3 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Ferries from Ios to Serifos typically depart at around 10:30. The crossing covers roughly 50.6 nautical miles and takes around 4 hours 50 minutes on average.
Due to the longer crossing time, ferries between Ios and Serifos are generally better suited to a longer stay than a day trip. For ideas on things to do in Serifos, visit our blog.
Fast passenger services such as hydrofoils and catamarans run alongside the conventional ferries on many Greek routes. The fastest ferry from Ios to Serifos is with Cyclades Fast Ferries in 4 hours 40 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Ios to Serifos usually cost around $28.
Yes, cars are carried on ferries from Ios to Serifos with Cyclades Fast Ferries. On many Greek island routes, cars travel on the conventional ferries rather than the fast catamarans, so choose a standard sailing if you're bringing a vehicle. Use our Deal Finder to compare live car-ferry prices.
Campervans and caravans aren't currently bookable on the Ios to Serifos ferry. Enter your travel details into our Deal Finder to see the vehicle options available, or to find a nearby route that takes larger vehicles.
Bicycles aren't currently accepted on ferries sailing between Ios and Serifos.
Yes, foot passengers are welcome from Ios to Serifos with Cyclades Fast Ferries. Traveling on foot is the most common way to island-hop around the Greek islands, particularly on the fast catamarans.
There is no cabin accommodation on the Ios to Serifos ferry, which is typical for the shorter daytime crossings.
Whether an overnight ferry runs between Ios and Serifos depends on the operator and the length of the crossing. Enter your travel details in our Deal Finder to see whether an overnight option is available, alongside daytime alternatives. Overnight crossings can take a little longer than the daytime services.
Pets aren't currently accepted on ferries from Ios to Serifos. Please use our Deal Finder to find nearby routes that allow pet travel.
Greek ferries are relaxed about luggage compared with airlines, and most fares let you bring what you can comfortably carry on board, with racks near the entrances. It's still worth checking your operator's policy for larger or extra items, particularly on the fast passenger services where space is tighter. Enter your travel details into our Deal Finder to see the options on the Ios to Serifos ferry. Our ferry facilities guide explains what's typically on board.
The Ios to Serifos ferry is a domestic crossing within Greece, so there's no immigration check for the sailing itself — one of the things that makes island-hopping around the Greek islands so easy. If you're traveling in Greece from abroad, you'll need a valid passport, and possibly a visa or national ID depending on your nationality and Greece's entry rules. As Greece is part of the EU and the Schengen Area, the exact requirements depend on where you're traveling from.
It's a good idea to keep photo ID handy for check-in, as you may be asked to show it when collecting tickets or boarding. To keep things quick, see our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide before you sail.
Booking your Ios to Serifos ferry is very simple. Enter your departure and arrival ports along with your preferred travel date to view all available sailings and prices. You can also compare alternative routes and departure times to find the option that best suits your schedule and budget.
Look out for early-booking deals and special ticket types such as upgrades or flexi fares that allow changes or cancellations. To keep booking smooth, always enter accurate passenger numbers and vehicle details.
The earlier you book ferries from Ios to Serifos, the better — especially for July and August, when the Greek islands are at their busiest and popular sailings fill up well in advance. Booking ahead secures lower prices and a wider choice of departure times, seating and cabins. Outside the summer peak, there's more availability, though schedules thin out over winter.
If no sailings from Ios to Serifos appear on your chosen date, it may come down to the season — many Greek routes run more often in summer and scale back in winter — or to a temporary timetable change. Occasionally, rough weather can disrupt the faster passenger services, which are more weather-sensitive than the larger conventional ferries. We recommend checking alternative dates, nearby routes, or a conventional sailing if a fast ferry isn't running.
After completing your booking, you'll receive a confirmation email with your travel details. How your boarding pass is issued depends on the ferry operator you have booked with.
Some operators provide boarding passes at the time of booking, while others require check-in at the port terminal. Where available, online check-in can be completed through the Direct Ferries app.
Ticket desks are generally located near the terminal entrance, and our port facilities guide covers what to expect at the port. To prevent delays, we recommend arriving early to allow enough time for ticket collection and check-in, particularly during the busy summer season.
At check-in, you'll need to present your booking confirmation and a valid photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. If you're traveling with a pet, relevant documentation such as vaccination records may also be required.
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| Ios - Serifos Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $22 | |
| Average Price with Car | $83 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $317 | |
| Ios - Serifos Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Cyclades Islands |
| Destination | Cyclades Islands |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Cyclades Fast Ferries |
| Average Price | $28 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h 50 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 4 h 40 m |
| First Ferry | 10:30 |
| Last Ferry | 10:30 |
| Distance | 51 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 9 October 2026.
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.
The Greek island of Serifos lies in the Aegean Sea and is one of the Cyclades group of islands. It is a popular island with tourists for a relaxing vacation and is characterised by its tradition whitewashed villages, pretty harbours, golden beaches and lovely landscapes. Compared to some other Greek islands, Serifos does not attract particularly high numbers of tourists which means that it has managed to retain some of its authentic Greek atmosphere. Visitors to the island have the choice of lazing on one of its 72 beaches or alternatively they can go cycling or hiking on one of the seven trails on the island. There is also a World War II shipwreck which is popular with scuba divers and a 16th century fortress-like Monastery of Taxiarches. The most picturesque spot on the island is the village of Chora and has been built on the slopes of a mountain that offers locals and visitors lovely views of the Aegean Sea. The most visited places on the island are the towns of Livadi and Livadakia.
The island is accessed by conventional and high speed ferries. During the summer months, there are ferries that connect Serifos with other nearby islands, such as Sifnos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini and Kythnos.
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