Paros to Ios Ferry
🚢 Paros → Ios — this week
41 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 6/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 7 ferries — first at 07:00
Paros to Ios Ferry
Paros to Ios -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 7 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 55 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €10 – €64 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Paros to Ios ferry is one of the classic Cyclades crossings, linking two of the most-visited islands in the Aegean. Whether you’re leaving behind Paros’s marble-paved harbour towns or heading towards Ios for the first time, the ferry connection is straightforward and well-served throughout the season, which runs from March through to October.
In the height of summer you can expect around 4 ferries per day on this route, giving you plenty of flexibility when planning your island hop. Shoulder months see fewer sailings – roughly 3 per day – but the service remains reliable enough to build a comfortable itinerary around.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Ios:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 2.3 (1–5) |
| June | Yes | 3.8 (2–5) |
| July | Yes | 4.4 (3–6) |
| August | Yes | 5.6 (4–7) |
| September | Yes | 4.3 (3–6) |
| October | Yes | 3.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Paros to Ios — 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 | 5 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 7 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 15:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 5 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 5 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 7 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 15:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 5 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 6 | 07:00, 10:45, 11:00, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 |
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Tips for the Paros–Ios Ferry
- The whitewashed windmill facing the harbour is Parikia's landmark, useful for finding your way back to the terminal. Arrive at least an hour before departure in peak season, allowing extra time if you still need to buy your ticket at the port.
- The KTEL bus station for onward island travel is immediately to the right as you exit the port, making it easy to find without asking directions. Buses to Naoussa, the airport, and beaches all depart from here.
- Baggage storage is free at the KTEL bus station once you have bought your ticket, so there is no need to carry bags around Parikia while you wait for your ferry to board.
- Paros is one of the busiest Cyclades hubs, so if you are changing ferries the same day build in a buffer – delays tend to build up through the day and afternoon sailings are more likely to run late.
- In Ios, the whitewashed Chora draws visitors with its narrow footpaths, windmills, and the climb to the Church of Panagia Gremiotissa for sweeping views across the Aegean. The island's beaches are among the finest in the Cyclades – Mylopotas, Manganari, and Magganari are the most celebrated – while Homer's reputed tomb lies on the northern hillside.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Ios?
1 to 7 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Paros to Ios today?
Yes – 5 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Paros to Ios this week?
Around 41 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 6 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Ios?
The first departure is usually 07:00.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Ios?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 55 minutes, while the slowest takes around 5 hours 45 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Paros to Ios ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €10 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €64 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Ios route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
Can you rent a car in Ios?
Yes. The port sits about 2km from Chora, with rental desks at both. A car isn't essential for the Chora to Mylopotas stretch, which is walkable and bus-served, but it's worth having to reach quieter spots like Manganari beach, roughly 19km to the south. Check current rates at Discover Cars.
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.