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Journey Information
2 ferries operate daily from Ios to Thera. The ferry trip from Ios to Thera is usually about 52 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Golden Star Ferries ferry can get you there in as little as 40 minutes.
| Distance | 23 mi (37 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €19.52 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Golden Star Ferries |
| Ferry lines | 2 |
What ferry companies travel from Ios to Thera?
There are a couple of ferry lines that have daily service from Ios to Thera. However, each company only runs one ferry per day. We've compiled their average prices and journey times for easy comparison:
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | 1 | 1h 10m | €19.52 |
| Golden Star Ferries | 1 | 0h 40m | €60.59 |
Book Blue Star Ferries from Ios to Thera from €20. Typically there is one Blue Star Ferries schedule per day from Ios to Thera and you can expect on average to pay for a Blue Star Ferries ticket to Thera. In Ios, Blue Star Ferries departs to Thera from Ferry Terminal . In Thera, Blue Star Ferries arrives at Athinios Port Santorini .
An average trip on Blue Star Ferries from Ios to Thera takes 1 hours and 10 minutes , while the fastest available Blue Star Ferries trip will get you to Thera in 0 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Blue Star Ferries offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Thera.
Book Golden Star Ferries from Ios to Thera from €61. Typically there is one Golden Star Ferries schedule per day from Ios to Thera and you can expect on average to pay for a Golden Star Ferries ticket to Thera. In Ios, Golden Star Ferries departs to Thera from Ferry Terminal . In Thera, Golden Star Ferries arrives at Athinios Port Santorini .
An average trip on Golden Star Ferries from Ios to Thera takes 0 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Golden Star Ferries offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Thera.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 52 minutes to cover the 23 miles (37 kilometers) from Ios to Thera. However, the fastest ferry only takes 40 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Ios to Thera is on Friday. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Saturday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Ios at 01:00. The latest ferry leaves Ios at 12:00. To see the times for all ferries between the first and last ones, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Ios?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Ios.
All ferry stations in Ios:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Thera?
Main arrival station: Athinios Port Santorini
All ferries from Ios arrive at one main station in Thera.
Ferry stations in Thera:
Athinios Port Santorini
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