The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ios to Naxos
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ios to Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ios to Naxos will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ios for Naxos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 21 Jul the direct ferries cover the 41 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:203h25Ios15:45Naxos£221One-way0 changes
12:203h25Ios15:45Naxos£221One-way0 changes
Ios to Naxos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 14:45 | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:35 | Arrival Time 12:20 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:50 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:40 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:20 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Live departures
Ios to Naxos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ios to Naxos ferries for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 Ios | 3h25 | 15:45 Naxos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ios to Naxos
Ferries from Ios to Naxos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest ferry covers the 22 nautical miles (41 km) distance in 1h 5m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Ios to Naxos are available to foot passengers.



Distance 22 nautical miles (41 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 1h 5m |
First ferry 0:35 |
Last ferry 23:40 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries, Seajets from Ios to NaxosYou can travel by ferry between Ios to Naxos with Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries, Seajets for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ios to Naxos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ios to Naxos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naxos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Ios and Naxos
Most Ios to Naxos ferries use the Port of Ios to Port of Naxos port pair. Use this guide to compare Ios and Naxos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Ios port do ferries to Naxos leave from?
Getting to Port of Ios from Ios city centre
Port of Ios is 4 km from Ios city centre. Public transport options include:
Which Naxos port do ferries from Ios arrive at?
Getting to Port of Naxos from Naxos city centre
Port of Naxos is 9 km from Naxos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Naxos port facilities and services
Port of Naxos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Meze2 (0.3km), Scirocco (0.5km), To Elliniko (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Naxos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Naxos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Naxos.
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