The Naxos to Ios ferry is one of the most rewarding short hops in the Cyclades. These two islands sit close together in the southern Aegean, and the crossing puts you at the door of Ios’s legendary beaches and whitewashed Chora in well under two hours. Ferries run from March to October, making it a practical link whether you’re island-hopping in the height of summer or travelling in the quieter shoulder months.
At peak summer you can count on up to 5 ferries a day, giving you real flexibility to plan your day around the crossing rather than the other way around. Earlier in the season — March and April — services are sparser, typically 1 to 2 departures daily, so it’s worth checking the schedule before you commit to your onward plans.
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