Ferry from Milos (Adamas) to Ios

Two of the Cyclades' most distinctive islands, and a ferry connection that feels like a natural pairing. Milos, with its volcanic landscapes and those justly famous coloured cliffs at Sarakiniko, gives way to Ios -- a smaller island that has spent decades charming visitors with its spirited Chora, its long sandy beaches, and a pace of life that slows the moment you step off the boat. The crossing is a short hop by Aegean standards, and once you've made it, you'll understand why so many island-hoppers put both islands on the same itinerary.

The route runs from March through September, with a sailing every two or three days in spring, rising to one or two a day in summer and nearly three in August. That's a comfortable window for planning, though if you're travelling in August you'll want to book ahead. Seats fill quickly when the whole of Europe decides the Cyclades are the right place to be.

Milos to Ios Ferry Fares

Weekly Milos to Ios Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 in Milos?

Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Milos to Ios between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Milos to Ios ferry

• Arrive at Adamas port at least 30 to 60 minutes before your ferry's scheduled departure, allowing time for check-in and boarding, since the port area becomes busy and congested during the peak summer months.
• Milos's main bus stop is only a few metres from the port at Adamas, with services roughly timed to ferry arrivals and departures; buy your ticket on board, and check the last departure if you have a late ferry.
• Adamas port itself has free Wi-Fi, public restrooms, an information booth and the port authority office, plus separate car and motorbike parking areas nearby at Adamas Square if you are arriving by road.
• Onboard announcements are made in Greek first and English second; if you miss the English version, ask a fellow passenger what was said.
• 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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