Antiparos To Paros Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Antiparos → Paros — this week
63 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 9/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 9 ferries — first at 09:15
Antiparos to Paros Ferry
Antiparos to Paros -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
- Frequency: Multiple daily departures (9 per day) during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 30 minutes.
- Operators: Antiparos-Paros Lines.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
This has to be one of the shortest ferry hops in the Cyclades, and it shows in how the route is run: small landing-craft-style ferries shuttle back and forth across the narrow strait almost like a bus service rather than a scheduled long-haul crossing. You barely have time to find a seat on deck before the boat is nosing into the other harbour. It is less a "ferry journey" in the usual sense and more a working link between two places that function, for most practical purposes, as one destination split by a stretch of water.
Both harbours are compact and easy to manage on foot, so there is no need to arrive with hours to spare the way you might for a larger island-hopping route. Antiparos's port sits right at the edge of the main village, and the Paros side lands you within easy walking distance of the centre of town. Because the crossing is so sheltered, sitting between the two islands rather than facing open sea, it holds up well even when the meltemi is blowing hard elsewhere in the Cyclades -- useful to know if you are trying to plan around windy days in high summer.
Departures run at a steady clip through the day, which makes this a genuinely flexible crossing: turn up, buy a ticket, and you are rarely waiting long for the next boat. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed departure times, since the exact frequency shifts a little as the season moves from its July and August peak into the quieter final weeks.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Antiparos to Paros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 9.0 |
| August | Yes | 9.0 |
| September | Yes | 8.0 |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Antiparos to Paros — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 9 | 09:15, 09:45, 10:45, 11:30, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Antiparos–Paros route is served by 1 company:
- Antiparos-Paros Lines – approximately 30 minutes
Tips for the Antiparos–Paros Ferry
- For a day trip on a short route, note the return departure times before you leave the port so you are not caught out.
- When booking a multi-island itinerary, save a PDF or screenshot of each confirmation; email may not load reliably when you are at a small island port.
- In Paros, the charming fishing village of Naoussa on the north coast is the best place to eat fresh seafood at family-run waterfront tavernas. The main town of Parikia has an impressive Byzantine cathedral built from the marble of ancient temples, and the island's beaches – particularly Kolymbithres with its sculpted granite rocks – are among the most striking in the Cyclades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Antiparos to Paros?
Multiple daily departures (9 per day) during the season. Timetables are currently published through 27 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Antiparos to Paros today?
Yes – 9 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Antiparos to Paros this week?
Around 63 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 9 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Antiparos to Paros?
The first departure is usually 09:15.
How long is the ferry from Antiparos to Paros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 30 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Antiparos–Paros route?
The route is served by Antiparos-Paros Lines.
Can you rent a car in Paros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right by the port in Parikia, most just a couple of minutes' walk from where the ferry docks. A car earns its keep here: nowhere on Paros is more than about 30 minutes' drive away, opening up marble-quarry villages and quieter southern beaches that the KTEL bus network doesn't reach directly. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars if you'd rather not rely on the bus timetable.
Is it worth hiring a car on Antiparos?
Not really, for most visitors. Antiparos town and its nearest beaches are walkable, and many people get around on foot or by bike. A car only earns its keep if you want to reach quieter spots such as Agios Georgios in the south, and roads are narrow with limited parking. Compare rates at Discover Cars.