Paros to Milos Ferry
🚢 Paros → Milos — this week
17 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day (3 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 10:10
Paros to Milos Ferry
Paros to Milos -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 13 September 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 45 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €12 – €80 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Paros to Milos ferry is a satisfying crossing that links two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands. Paros, with its pretty marble villages and lively harbour at Parikia, and Milos, famous for its extraordinary volcanic coastline and the discovery site of the Venus de Milo, make a natural pairing for any island-hopping itinerary. Ferries run from March through to November, giving you a long window to plan around. Heading back the other way, the Milos to Paros ferry covers the return leg.
Sailings are daily throughout the season. In July and August you can expect up to two or three departures a day, making it straightforward to fit the crossing around your plans. In the quieter shoulder months of March, April, May, October, and November, one sailing per day is the norm, so it pays to check the schedule in advance and book early during busy periods.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Milos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| May | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| June | Yes | 1.6 (1–3) |
| July | Yes | 2.4 (2–3) |
| August | Yes | 2.4 (2–3) |
| September | Yes | 2.5 (2–3) |
| October | Not yet published | – |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Paros to Milos — 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 | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 10:10, 15:35, 18:10 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 3 | 09:05, 10:10, 18:10 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 3 | 09:05, 10:10, 18:10 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 10:10, 15:35, 18:10 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 3 | 09:05, 10:10, 18:10 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 3 | 09:05, 10:10, 18:10 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 10:10, 18:10 |
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Tips for the Paros–Milos 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.
- Once you arrive in Milos, the volcanic island's extraordinary coastline reveals sea caves, coloured rock formations, and beaches of every kind, from the famous white pumice shores of Sarakiniko to the fishing village of Klima with its boathouses built into the rock. Milos is also the island where the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Milos?
1 to 3 ferries per day depending on the season. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 13 September 2026.
Are there ferries from Paros to Milos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Paros to Milos this week?
Around 17 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day, 3 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Milos?
The first departure is usually 10:10.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Milos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, while the slowest takes around 8 hours 5 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Paros to Milos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €12 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €80 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Milos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car in Milos?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 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.