Ferry from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios
2h 45m to 3h 05m · from €10.00 · 2 operators
Kimolos to Ios at a glance
Ferries from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 08:40 and the latest is 20:25. The crossing takes between 2h 45m and 3h 05m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Fast Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €10.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kimolos to Ios Route Map
Kimolos to Ios takes just under three hours on the conventional ships working the western Cyclades line, either Fast Ferries' Dionisios Solomos or Hellenic Seaways' Artemis. The route runs southeast, generally calling at Folegandros and Sikinos on the way. Both ships have deck space and carry vehicles.
Ios sits between Naxos and Santorini and is best known as a lively island popular with younger travellers, though it has quieter corners once you move away from the centre. Ferries arrive at the harbour village of Ormos, also called Gialos, a few kilometres below the hilltop Chora, with buses making the climb. Mylopotas is the main beach and the focus of the summer scene.
Sailings are limited, a couple of times a week and seasonal, so check the timetable below before planning around it; journey times and fares are listed there, with tickets usually starting around ten euros. From Ios you have far more frequent onward links to Santorini, Naxos, Paros and Piraeus.
Kimolos to Ios Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Weekly Kimolos to Ios Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 08:40 | 11:45 | 3h 05m | €10.00 | now to 2026-10-31 | Book the Artemis sailing | |
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 13:30 | 16:15 | 2h 45m | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-11 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing | ||
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 20:25 | 23:10 | 2h 45m | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing | ||
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 21:00 | 23:50 | 2h 50m | 2026-09-18 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Ios?
Yes. The port sits about 2km from Chora, with rental desks at both. A car isn't essential for the Chora to Mylopotas stretch, which is walkable and bus-served, but it's worth having to reach quieter spots like Manganari beach, roughly 19km to the south. Check current rates at Discover Cars.
Do you need a car on Kimolos?
Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kimolos to Ios between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 20:25 | 23:10 | 2h 45m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 08:40 | 11:45 | 3h 05m | Artemis | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 20:25 | 23:10 | 2h 45m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 13:30 | 16:15 | 2h 45m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 08:40 | 11:45 | 3h 05m | Artemis | Hellenic Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kimolos to Ios?
Ferries from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Friday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kimolos to Ios today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios today. Departure time: 20:25.
How many ferries run from Kimolos to Ios this week?
2 sailings from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Mondays and Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Kimolos to Ios?
Scheduled departures from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios leave at 08:40, 13:30 and 20:25.
How long is the ferry from Kimolos to Ios?
The fastest crossing from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios takes 2h 45m and the slowest 3h 05m. Typical crossing times by operator: Fast Ferries 2h 45m and Hellenic Seaways 3h 05m.
How much does the Kimolos to Ios ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios ferry start from €10.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kimolos to Ios route?
The Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios route is served by Fast Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kimolos to Ios ferry
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- Avoid heavy meals immediately before boarding if you are prone to seasickness; a light snack is fine but a full taverna lunch is not ideal.
- In Ios, the whitewashed Chora draws visitors with its narrow footpaths, windmills, and the climb to the Church of Panagia Gremiotissa for sweeping views across the Aegean. The island's beaches are among the finest in the Cyclades – Mylopotas, Manganari, and Magganari are the most celebrated – while Homer's reputed tomb lies on the northern hillside.
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