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 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 08:40 and the latest is 21:00. 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 and from €97.70 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 17 May 2027. There are sailings on Monday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 September 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 17 May 2027 | €97.70 | Book now |
| C Deck | €10.00 | Book now |
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 26 September 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kimolos to Ios through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in May (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 10 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 12 | 10 of 28 | every other day |
| March 2026 | 12 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 13 | 12 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 14 | 13 of 31 | every other day |
| June 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 14 | 12 of 31 | every other day |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
Fast Ferries (Dionisios Solomos)
December 2025 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
January 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
February 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
March 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
April 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
May 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Hellenic Highspeed)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
Hellenic Seaways (Artemis)
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
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 €10. From Ios you have far more frequent onward links to Santorini, Naxos, Paros and Piraeus.
Weekly Kimolos to Ios Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kimolos.
Fast Ferries
Book Fast Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 20:25 | |
| 21:00 |
Hellenic Seaways
Book Hellenic Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:40 |
Timetable published to 28 November 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 26 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 9 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:40, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries and Hellenic Seaways.
- December 2026: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 20:25, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 20:25, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 20:25, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 20:25, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries.
- April 2027: sails on 9 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 13:30, latest 21:00. Fastest crossing 2h 45m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries.
- May 2027: sails on 19 of 31 days, 1 to 2 sailings a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:50, latest 22:10. Fastest crossing 1h 30m. Conventional ferries: Fast Ferries. High-speed: Seajets.
- June 2027: sails every day, 1 sailing a day. Departs 08:50. Fastest crossing 1h 30m. High-speed: Seajets.
- July 2027: sails every day, 1 sailing a day. Departs 08:50. Fastest crossing 1h 30m. High-speed: Seajets.
- August 2027: sails every day, 1 sailing a day. Departs 08:50. Fastest crossing 1h 30m. High-speed: Seajets.
- September 2027: sails every day to 26 September, 1 sailing a day. Departs 08:50. Fastest crossing 1h 30m. High-speed: Seajets.
Kimolos to Ios Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.00 on a conventional ferry and from €97.70 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 17 May 2027. 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 | Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos |
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 17 May 2027 | €97.70 | Seajets | Superjet |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Fast Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| C Deck | passenger | €10.00 |
| ATS Seat | passenger | €30.00 |
| BT Seat | passenger | €40.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Hellenic Seaways
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | passenger | €10.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 21:00 | 23:50 | 2h 50m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 08:40 | 11:45 | 3h 05m | Artemis | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 16 November | 20:25 | 23:10 | 2h 45m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 21:00 | 23:50 | 2h 50m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Sat 21 November | 08:40 | 11:45 | 3h 05m | Artemis | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 23 November | 20:25 | 23:10 | 2h 45m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kimolos to Ios?
Ferries from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Friday and Saturday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Kimolos to Ios today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios today. Departure time: 21:00.
How many ferries run from Kimolos to Ios this week?
3 sailings from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kimolos to Ios?
The first ferry from Kimolos (Psathi) to Ios leaves at 08:40 and the last at 21:00.
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 to 2h 50m 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 and from €97.70 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 17 May 2027. 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. In the next 14 days crossings run on conventional ferries; high-speed sailings are published again from 17 May 2027.
Tips for the Kimolos to Ios ferry
- A small padlock is useful not only for your luggage but also for hostel lockers if you are staying in mixed accommodation.
- If you have mobility issues, inform the ferry company in advance – assistance can be arranged for boarding and disembarkation at most major ports.
- 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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