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How to get from Ios to Sifnos by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Ios to Sifnos ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Ios to Sifnos is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Ios to Sifnos can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Ios to Sifnos ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines. This way you can find the best price for a Ios Sifnos ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Ios to Sifnos simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Ios to Sifnos Ferry Information

Port of departure
Ios
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Port of arrival
Sifnos
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Distance
36 mi
Ferry Companies
Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
2 hrs. 50 min
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Ferry Ios Sifnos: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Ios to Sifnos, you'll find tickets ranging from $13 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $66 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Ios-Sifnos route is $39. The average ferry crossing time from Ios to Sifnos is 5 hrs. 22 min. The slowest ferries will take 5 hrs. 40 min to reach Sifnos, while the fastest boats will reach Sifnos in 5 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Ios at 08:35. The last ferry to Sifnos leaves Ios at 21:50.

Average price of a Ios Sifnos ferry crossing
$39
Price range for Ios Sifnos ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$13 - $66
Average crossing time Ios Sifnos
5 hrs. 22 min
Departure time of first ferry to Sifnos
08:35
Departure time of last ferry to Sifnos
21:50
Arrival time first ferry to Sifnos
02:50
Arrival time of last ferry to Sifnos
19:00

Why take a ferry from Ios to Sifnos ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Ios to Sifnos ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Sifnos. Here are 3 reasons why we think Ios to Sifnos ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Not to worry about the number of bags
One piece of luggage is free, all the others must be paid for. This is often the formula used when we travel with other modes of transportation, which very often leads to a significant increase in the bill. For the Ios to Sifnos crossing, as long as all your luggage is contained in your car, no extra charge is required. If you are traveling as a pedestrian, the conditions may be more restrictive as you will have to keep your luggage with you until you arrive in Sifnos. However, it is worth asking the Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines staff if the ship has a luggage room where you can leave your luggage until Sifnos.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
Traveling by ferry is simply the ideal way to travel between Ios and Sifnos when you are with your family and especially with children. Everything is easier. As soon as you leave Ios, imagine your children discovering the ship, spending long moments playing in the areas reserved for the youngest or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest movies in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marveling at a magic show or other countless activities. This boat trip between Ios and Sifnos will remain an unforgettable moment for your children.
No need to worry about traveling with your bike
Traveling with your bike by train, plane or bus often turns into a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry it. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the huge garage of the boat. You travel from Ios to Sifnos in complete peace of mind, without fear of your bike being damaged. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Sifnos.

Which companies operate between Ios and Sifnos?

If you're looking to travel between Ios and Sifnos by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Aegean Speed Lines Ios Sifnos
Aegean Speed Lines
Aegean Speed Lines is a ferry company based in Greece that offers ferry services between the Greek islands and the ports of the Greek mainland. On Vivanoda, you can compare Ios-Sifnos fares and book a Aegean Speed Lines ticket between Ios and Sifnos. More information about Aegean Speed Lines
Sea Jets Ios Sifnos
Sea Jets
Sea Jets is a Greek shipping company created in 1989. It operates some 140 routes between Piraeus and Crete and the Cyclades archipelago. On Vivanoda, you can compare Ios-Sifnos fares and book a Sea Jets ticket between Ios and Sifnos. Sea Jets operates 7 crossings a week to Sifnos from Ios and the journey time is 3 hrs. 50 min. More information about Sea Jets
3 hrs. 50 min
7 crossings a week
Zante Ferries Ios Sifnos
Zante Ferries
Zante Ferries was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Zakynthos, Greece. On Vivanoda, you can compare Ios-Sifnos fares and book a Zante Ferries ticket between Ios and Sifnos. Zante Ferries operates 4 crossings a week to Sifnos from Ios and the journey time is 2 hrs. 50 min. More information about Zante Ferries
2 hrs. 50 min
4 crossings a week
Aegean Sea Lines Ios Sifnos
Aegean Sea Lines
Aegean Sea Lines operates ferry services between Greece, including ferry connections between the ports of Ios and Sifnos. On Vivanoda, you can compare Ios-Sifnos fares and book a Aegean Sea Lines ticket between Ios and Sifnos. More information about Aegean Sea Lines

Where do the ferries leave from in Ios? Where do the boats arrive in Sifnos?

Port of departure in Ios

Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines ferries depart for Sifnos from the following ports in Ios:

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Port of arrival in Sifnos

Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Aegean Speed Lines ships arrive in Sifnos from the following ports:

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Ios to Sifnos, it will take you at least 2 hrs. 50 min to cover the 36 mi between Ios and Sifnos.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Ios and Sifnos in winter) and the ferry company (Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries and Aegean Sea Lines). There are currently 3 crossings a day between Ios and Sifnos.

There are 4 ferry companies operating between Ios and Sifnos: Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries and Aegean Sea Lines.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines.

Before booking, compare the prices of Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Ios Sifnos ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Ios and Sifnos, you will travel 36 mi.

To go by boat from Ios to Sifnos, you can find prices ranging from $13 for the lowest, to $66 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $39.

The first ferry leaves Ios at 08:35 for Sifnos.

The last ferry to Sifnos from Ios usually departs at 21:50.

Your experience of the Ios to Sifnos crossing

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Ios and Sifnos would be like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Ios to disembarkation in Sifnos, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries and Aegean Sea Lines. You will also find practical information about Ios and Sifnos.

Departure from Ios by ferry

Here are the steps to embark before your Ios Sifnos sea voyage begins:

  • Presentation at the port of Ios / You must arrive at the port of Ios sufficiently in advance. Please check with your Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Aegean Speed Lines company. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Ios Sifnos crossing / In Ios, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Aegean Speed Lines ticket offices at the Ios ferry terminal. If you are by car, get in the reserved lines. The check-in will be done directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Sifnos / Information messages are broadcasted in the Ios ferry terminal to invite you to board. In your vehicle, Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines agents will proceed to boarding line by line. Wait patiently for your turn.

Life on board the ferry between Ios and Sifnos

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Aegean Speed Lines, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines ship as they see fit. Some will want to relax in one of the reclining lounges, others will want to make the most of all the services offered on board or simply enjoy the view of the sea from the ship's deck.

The arrival of the ferry in Sifnos

You will finally find some information for the arrival of the boat in Sifnos:

  • The ferry enters Sifnos harbor / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has stopped and tied up to the dock in Sifnos Harbour. There is no need to rush. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Sifnos on the outside deck.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Sifnos Harbor.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Sifnos / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Sifnos. Finally, leave the port and Sifnos is waiting for you!

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