Ferry from Mykonos (Tourlos) to Ios

The Mykonos to Ios ferry is one of the more straightforward hops in the Cyclades, linking two islands that could hardly be more different in character. Mykonos, all boutique hotels and cosmopolitan energy, gives way to Ios, where the legendary beaches and whitewashed Chora have drawn travellers for decades. Ferries run from April to October, with no service over the winter months.

At the height of summer you can expect around 3 sailings per day, with frequency tapering off slightly in the shoulder months. That said, even in May and September there is at least a daily option (April and October are much sparser), so the crossing is rarely an inconvenience.

Mykonos (Tourlos) to Ios Ferry Fares

Weekly Mykonos (Tourlos) 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.

Is it worth hiring a car on Mykonos?

Worth it if you plan to reach beaches like Elia or Kalafatis and the far side of the island, since buses run less often outside town. New Port is about 3km from Chora, roughly a 13-minute drive, and Chora itself is pedestrian-only so you park on the edge and walk in. Quad bikes are a popular alternative. Compare rental options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Mykonos (Tourlos) to Ios between 15 October 2026 and 28 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Mykonos (Tourlos) to Ios ferry

• Most scheduled ferries – including those to Piraeus, Rafina, Santorini and Naxos – dock at the New Port at Tourlos, roughly 3km north of town, not the Old Port in Mykonos Town itself; check your ticket before heading out.
• During July and August arrive at the New Port at least an hour before departure – ferries here fill quickly, queues for ticket collection build fast, and boarding gates close without much warning.
• A sea bus links the New Port at Tourlos with the Old Port near town in about eight minutes, running regularly through the day; it carries luggage, so it's a reliable option if a taxi isn't available.
• Taxis are scarce on Mykonos and demand regularly outstrips supply at the port, especially in high season, so budget extra time or use the public bus or sea bus into town instead of relying on finding one.
• 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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