Paros to Kimolos Ferry
🚢 Paros → Kimolos — this week
3 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 15:35
Paros to Kimolos Ferry
Paros to Kimolos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Ferries sail several days per week.
- Journey time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 55 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €10 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Paros to Kimolos ferry is one of those routes that takes you from a well-known Cycladic hub to a quieter, less-visited corner of the archipelago. Paros is a natural departure point for island-hopping, and Kimolos — tucked between Milos and Polyaigos — rewards travellers who make the effort to seek it out. Ferries run from March through to September, giving you a generous window across the spring, summer and early autumn months.
During the season you can expect around 1 ferry per day, which makes planning straightforward. Book ahead during July and August when demand across the Cyclades peaks.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Kimolos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.0 |
| April | Yes | 1.0 |
| May | Yes | 1.0 |
| June | Yes | 1.0 |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Paros to Kimolos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 15:35 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 09:05 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 09:05 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 15:35 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 09:05 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 09:05 |
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Tips for the Paros–Kimolos 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 Kimolos, the main settlement of Horio at the foot of Mt Ksaplovouni enchants with its Cycladic simplicity and a castle at its heart. The island's volcanic origins give the landscape a distinctive character, with grey-white rocks rising from crystal-clear waters that the Venetians once called 'silvery'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Kimolos?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Timetables are currently published through 13 September 2026.
How many ferries run from Paros to Kimolos this week?
Around 3 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Kimolos?
The first departure is usually 15:35.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Kimolos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 4 hours 15 minutes, while the slowest takes around 6 hours 55 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Paros to Kimolos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €10 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Kimolos route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car on Kimolos?
Not really. Kimolos is tiny, only about 900 people live there, and the port at Psathi is just 1km from the main village, Chorio. Most visitors walk or hire a scooter or quad locally for the short hops to beaches like Aliki (3km) or Prassa (6.5km). A car is only worth arranging if you want to bring one over from Milos on the vehicle ferry; compare options 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.