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How to get from Kythnos to Ios by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Kythnos to Ios can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Kythnos to Ios 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, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines or ANEK Lines. This way you can find the best price for a Kythnos Ios ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Hellenic Seaways 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 Kythnos to Ios simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Kythnos to Ios Ferry Information

Port of departure
Kythnos
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Port of arrival
Ios
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Distance
67 mi
Ferry Companies
Aegean Speed Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, ANEK Lines, LANE Sea Line
Frequency of crossings
4 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
7 hrs. 40 min
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Ferry Kythnos Ios: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Kythnos to Ios, you'll find tickets ranging from $18 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $18 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Kythnos-Ios route is $18. The average ferry crossing time from Kythnos to Ios is 8 hrs. 10 min. The slowest ferries will take 8 hrs. 10 min to reach Ios, while the fastest boats will reach Ios in 8 hrs. 10 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Kythnos at 10:15.

Average price of a Kythnos Ios ferry crossing
$18
Price range for Kythnos Ios ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$18 - $18
Average crossing time Kythnos Ios
8 hrs. 10 min
Departure time of first ferry to Ios
10:15
Arrival time first ferry to Ios
18:25

Why take a ferry from Kythnos to Ios ?

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

It's much less boring than on a plane
Generally, to get to Ios or anywhere else, the plane is the fastest way. But you are stuck in your seat, tied down by your seatbelt and the opportunities to move around are almost nil. During the Kythnos Ios ferry trip with Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets or Zante Ferries, there are countless opportunities for entertainment with restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... A flight will never give you so many services during the trip.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
If you have children, there's no better way to travel from Kythnos to Ios as a family than by ferry. Everything is simpler. As soon as you leave Kythnos, 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 Kythnos and Ios will remain an unforgettable moment for your children.
For a staff that cares
The Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Hellenic Seaways staff will be at your disposal from the departure of Kythnos to the exit of the ship in Ios. An information desk is almost always present on the main deck of the ship.

Which companies operate between Kythnos and Ios?

If you're looking to travel between Kythnos and Ios by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Hellenic Seaways 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.

Zante Ferries Kythnos Ios
Zante Ferries
Zante Ferries was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Zakynthos, Greece. On Vivanoda, you can compare Kythnos-Ios fares and book a Zante Ferries ticket between Kythnos and Ios. Zante Ferries operates 3 crossings a week to Ios from Kythnos and the journey time is 7 hrs. 55 min. More information about Zante Ferries
7 hrs. 55 min
3 crossings a week
Sea Jets Kythnos Ios
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 Kythnos-Ios fares and book a Sea Jets ticket between Kythnos and Ios. More information about Sea Jets
Hellenic Seaways Kythnos Ios
Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways was founded in 2000 and is based in Athens, Greece. The company serves the Greek islands and the Aegean region. On Vivanoda, you can compare Kythnos-Ios fares and book a Hellenic Seaways ticket between Kythnos and Ios. Hellenic Seaways operates 1 crossings a week to Ios from Kythnos and the journey time is 7 hrs. 40 min. More information about Hellenic Seaways
7 hrs. 40 min
1 crossings a week

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

Port of departure in Kythnos

Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Hellenic Seaways ferries depart for Ios from the following ports in Kythnos:

Kythnos
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Port of arrival in Ios

Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets or Zante Ferries ships arrive in Ios from the following ports:

Ios
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Kythnos to Ios, it will take you at least 7 hrs. 40 min to cover the 67 mi between Kythnos and Ios.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Kythnos and Ios in winter) and the ferry company (Zante Ferries, Sea Jets and Hellenic Seaways). There are currently 4 crossings a week between Kythnos and Ios.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Kythnos and Ios: Zante Ferries, Sea Jets and Hellenic Seaways.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Aegean Speed Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, ANEK Lines, LANE Sea Line.

Before booking, compare the prices of Aegean Speed Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, ANEK Lines, LANE Sea Line 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 Kythnos Ios 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 Kythnos and Ios, you will travel 67 mi.

To go by boat from Kythnos to Ios, you can find prices ranging from $18 for the lowest, to $18 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $18.

The first ferry leaves Kythnos at 10:15 for Ios.

Experience a crossing between Kythnos and Ios

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Kythnos-Ios crossing is like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Aegean Speed Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets, Zante Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines or ANEK Lines ferry cruise, we explain here the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Kythnos to disembarking in Ios. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Kythnos and Ios.

Ready for boarding in Kythnos

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

  • Presentation at the port of Kythnos / You must arrive at the port of Kythnos sufficiently in advance. Please check with your Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets or Zante Ferries company. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Kythnos Ios crossing / In Kythnos, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets or Zante Ferries ticket offices at the Kythnos ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same but is done directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ship to Ios / Pay attention to the voice messages in the Kythnos ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are traveling by car, Hellenic Seaways, Sea Jets or Zante Ferries staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ferry Kythnos Ios

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Zante Ferries, Sea Jets or Hellenic Seaways 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 Ios

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

  • The ferry enters Ios harbor / You will be allowed to access the garage only when the boat is docked. There is no point in rushing. It is best to wait on the outside decks to see the ferry maneuver into Ios harbor.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have traveled from Kythnos to Ios in the comfort of a cabin, you will have to vacate your cabin about half an hour before the arrival time in Ios.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Ios / 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 Ios. Finally, leave the port and Ios is waiting for you!

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