Naxos to Paros Ferry
Naxos to Paros — At a Glance
- Season: Year-round, with reduced service in winter.
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day in winter, increasing to very frequent service with 11+ departures per day in summer.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Operators: Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Saos ferries.
- Tickets from: €12 – €20 per person.
The Naxos to Paros ferry is one of the most travelled crossings in the Cyclades — and for good reason. These two islands sit close together in the heart of the archipelago, and hopping between them is quick, straightforward, and well served throughout the year.
On average you can expect around 7 ferries per day across the year. Summer (June–August) sees the route at its busiest, with up to 11 departures daily, while winter strips things back to roughly 2 per day.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Naxos to Paros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| March | Yes | 2.2 (2–3) |
| April | Yes | 4.9 (3–7) |
| May | Yes | 6.7 (5–11) |
| June | Yes | 10.9 (10–12) |
| July | Yes | 11.1 (11–12) |
| August | Yes | 11.2 (11–12) |
| September | Yes | 8.8 (6–12) |
| October | Yes | 4.9 (3–6) |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | No | – |
Ferry Companies
Three operators share the Naxos–Paros route, giving you a reasonable spread of departure times and price points to choose from:
- Seajets
- Golden Star Ferries
- Saos ferries
Tips for the Naxos–Paros Ferry
- If your ferry is cancelled, the operator is required to offer a refund or alternative sailing; head to the operator’s quayside office immediately.
- Do not leave valuables unattended in luggage – ferry saloons are busy places and opportunistic theft, while rare, does occur.
- October brings the first autumn swells to the northern Aegean; high-speed catamaran services may cancel more frequently from this point.
- Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
- 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 Naxos to Paros?
Service runs daily throughout the year. In the peak summer months you can choose from 11 or more departures per day, while winter timetables offer around 2 to 3 sailings daily.
How much does the Naxos to Paros ferry cost?
Standard seat tickets start from €12 per person. Depending on the operator, seat class, and time of year, prices can reach €20.
Which ferry companies operate the Naxos–Paros route?
The route is served by Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Saos ferries.