Book your Kimolos – Ios ferry crossing here and begin shaping an island-hopping escape through the Cyclades. Leaving quiet Kimolos, known for its unspoilt coves and volcanic landscape, the route brings you to Ios, where whitewashed lanes, golden beaches and lively island energy await. Blue Star Ferries offers this route option for foot passengers, with accommodation required and pet bookings permitted. Choose your sailing details to continue towards Ios.
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How long is the travel time for Kimolos – Ios?
The Kimolos – Ios crossing takes between 3h 5m and 4h 40m. Blue Star Ferries sails once a week, from September to November.
The Kimolos to Ios ferry route links two characterful Cycladic islands across the Aegean: quiet, volcanic Kimolos and lively Ios. No average sailing duration is supplied for this crossing. Journey time can vary with the vessel used, the number of intermediate island calls and sea conditions, so the crossing is best viewed as a scenic island-hopping passage rather than a fixed-length journey.
Methods of Travel Kimolos – Ios
For the Kimolos – Ios ferry route, Blue Star Ferries offers an option that does not require a vehicle. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for travellers continuing their Cyclades adventure without bringing transport, leaving more time to enjoy the change from Kimolos’ quiet island rhythm to the lively shores of Ios.
Are pets allowed on the Kimolos – Ios route?
Yes, pets are allowed on the Kimolos – Ios route.
Pets can be booked on the Blue Star Ferries service from Kimolos to Ios, so your four-legged companion can be part of the Cycladic journey. Before setting off, make sure your pet is comfortable with its carrier or travel arrangement, has water for the journey and is settled before boarding. Arrive at Kimolos with plenty of time to spare: passenger check-in is required at least 120 minutes before departure.
Check-in Information Kimolos – Ios
For the Kimolos – Ios ferry with Blue Star Ferries, both foot passengers and travellers taking a vehicle must check in at least 120 minutes before departure. Allowing this time means you can reach the port calmly and begin the island-to-island journey without a last-minute rush.
You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Bring an accepted form of identification: Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID card or passport. Keep your booking details and travel document easy to reach as you head towards the ferry from Kimolos to Ios.
Kimolos to Ios ferry
Leaving the quiet, volcanic landscapes of Kimolos behind, the ferry journey to Ios links two Cycladic islands with very different rhythms. Kimolos is known for its pale rock formations, small villages and wonderfully unhurried atmosphere, while Ios welcomes travellers with whitewashed lanes, hillside views and beaches framed by clear Aegean water. The crossing is a lovely change of scene: one island’s peaceful coves give way to the open horizon and the livelier character of Ios. It is a natural route for island-hoppers who want to combine slower Cycladic days with time exploring Ios’s coast, Chora and sunset viewpoints. Blue Star Ferries offers this Kimolos – Ios route option, and you can travel as a foot passenger as no vehicle is required. Accommodation is required for this route option, giving your journey a defined place to settle into as the islands drift past. Pets can be booked with Blue Star Ferries, so your four-legged travel companion can be part of the island adventure.
Compare and book your Kimolos – Ios crossing
This page brings the Kimolos to Ios ferry route into one clear place, helping you compare the available journey details and choose the crossing that suits your island itinerary. When you are ready to book, enter passenger details carefully and select the required accommodation for your chosen route option. Blue Star Ferries asks both passengers and vehicles to check in at least 120 minutes before departure, leaving time to begin the trip without a last-minute rush. For check-in, the supplier ticket is not required; bring an accepted identity document, as either an ID card or passport is accepted, with a passport required under the stated travel requirements.
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