How to get from Tinos to Ios by Ferry
There is one ferry a day sailing from Tinos to Ios island in Greece operated by Golden Star Ferries. The travel time is around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Ferry Snapshot: Tinos to Ios
- Sailings on 8 of the next 14 days
- Crossing time from 2 h 25 min
- Earliest departure 09:20, latest 09:20
- Operated by Golden Star Ferries
- Tickets from €66
- Boats on this route typically have: vehicle garage, cafe bar, Wi-Fi, lift, pets allowed
Tinos to Ios September 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:20 | Daily, until 20 Sep | 2 h 25 min | Golden Star Ferries – Golden Princess | Book |
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Tinos Ios Ferry Route
Both Tinos and Ios are Cyclades islands, and while not exactly next door to one another, it is easy to travel between the two.
Ferries between the two islands are operated by Golden Star Ferries, with one sailing per day.
The crossing between Tinos and Ios takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes, depending on the weather conditions.
The Tinos to Ios ferry route is not one of the cheapest crossings though. Passenger tickets start from around 66 Euro, and they go up from there depending on the boat and the season.
The Tinos ferry to Ios does have car carrying capacity. It will cost you extra of course!
Keep in mind that most car rental companies do not allow for their vehicles to be taken between island on ferries.
Check out Ferryscanner for up to date schedules and to buy tickets online.
Ios Island Travel Tips
A few travel tips for visiting the Cyclades island of Ios that might be useful when planning your itinerary:- Ferry services depart from the island's main ferry port in Tinos Town in Tinos. Make sure to be at the island's port at least a half hour before the ferry is due to sail!
- Ferries arrive at the main port, called Gialos in Ios.
- Areas to consider staying on Ios include Chora, Manganari, and Milopotas. I've a good guide here on hotels in Ios and where to stay.
- For some quality beach time, head to these beaches in Ios: Kalamos, Loretzaina , Milopotas, Psathi, Manganari, and Agia Theodoti. Some of these beaches are good to watch the sunset. Take a look here at the best sunset spots in Ios.
- Ios is known for its great beaches, and is one of the most popular destinations in the Cyclades group for its nightlife. Take a look here for what there is to see and do in Ios: Best things to do in Ios
- One of the best places to look at ferry schedules and to book online is at Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Tinos to Ios ferry tickets in advance, especially during the busiest months for travel.
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- Related travel post suggestion: Islands near Tinos
How to make the journey from Tinos to Ios FAQ
Questions that people ask about traveling to Ios from Tinos include:
How do we get to Ios from Tinos?
The way to make the trip from Tinos to Ios is by using a ferry. There is one ferry a day sailing to the Greek island of Ios from Tinos with a trip duration of 2.5 hours.
Is there an airport in Ios?
There's no airport on Ios island. The closest airport is on Santorini.
How many hours is the ferry from Tinos to Ios?
The ferries to the island of Ios from Tinos take around 2 hours and 30 minutes. Ferry companies on the Tinos Ios route may include Golden Star Ferries.
Where do I buy ferry tickets to Ios?
The best place to look at Greek ferries for Ios and other islands online is Ferryscanner. I think it's better that you book your Tinos to Ios ferry tickets in advance, you might also go to a travel agency in Greece after you arrive.
What time should I arrive at the ferry port in Tinos?
Plan to be at the port half an hour before your sailing is due to leave. It is a compact harbour, but you still want time to work out which boat is yours.
Dave is a UK travel writer living in Athens since 2015. With 20 years of firsthand travel experience and over 80,000 km of bicycle touring across six continents, he's been blogging at Dave's Travel Pages since 2005. Every guide is based on places he's actually been.
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