Getting Here and Around

From relative obscurity, Milos has grown into a well-connected island despite being somewhat out on a limb at the southwestern end of the Cyclades. The tiny airport is 5 km south of Adamas, the port. Olympic Air connects with Athens three times a day in high season and the flight lasts 40 minutes. Buses from the airport connect with the port four times a day.

Ferries dock at the port of Adamas. Up to five boats leave Piraeus and Lavrio every day in high season, with journeys taking between 3 and 6 hours. Connections with Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Crete, Folegandros, Karpathos, Kimolos, Koufonisi, Kythnos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Rhodes, Santorini, Serifos, Sifnos, Sikinos, Syros, and Tinos are available. Fast ferries and sea jets operate on some of these lines and can save considerable time but are more expensive.

The fifth largest of the Cyclades, Milos deserves exploration outside of the three main settlements. Luckily, there is an extensive bus network that covers most needs. The main terminal is in Adamas, 100 meters from the port and fares start from €1.60. Taxis are plentiful in the urban areas and there is a stand near to the port in Adamas. If you feel confident enough to navigate the somewhat poorly surfaced roads, then there are many options to rent cars and scooters from about €20 a day. Check milosbuses.com and miloscars.gr.