How to travel from Naxos to Chíos, Greece

The distance between Naxos and Chíos is around 178km (111 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Naxos to Chíos by ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Chios (JKH).

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €200($200)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Mesta Chios.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €160($160)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Chíos

There are several options for getting from Naxos to Chíos by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €130 ($130) and will take around 4h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €200 ($200).

The distance between Naxos and Chíos is around 178km (111 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 155km (97 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Naxos and Chíos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Naxos to Chíos is to fly which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx €200 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Chíos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €130 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 1h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 1h 40m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Chíos. The ferry typically takes around 4hrs and departs once a week.

Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Naxos and Chíos. Ferries run once a week and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naxos and Chíos. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Chios (JKH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Naxos to Chíos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naxos to Chíos typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and and arrive into Chios (JKH).

The closest major airport to Chíos is Chios Airport (JKH) (JKH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Chíos. Mytilene International Airport (MJT) (MJT) and Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Naxos to Chíos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Mesta Chios. instead which will take 4hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Chíos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around €160 ($160).

How do I get from Naxos to Chíos

Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Chíos

Transport options from Naxos to Chíos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 40m
€200($200)
on demand362km (225 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
4hrs
€160($160)
once a week178km (111 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos6h 50m
€130($130)
once a week330km (205 miles)
Ferry and Bus4h 50m
€130($130)
once a week184km (114 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Naxos and Chíos

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Airports near Chíos

The following major airports near Chíos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

JKH
Chios Airport (JKH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Chíos
MJT
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Chíos
SMI
Samos International Airport (SMI)
International Airport
Distance
106km (66 miles) from Chíos