Paros to Naxos Ferry
🚢 Paros → Naxos — this week
60 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 9/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 9 ferries — first at 11:20
Paros to Naxos Ferry
Paros to Naxos -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 10 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 25 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
- Tickets from: €6 – €33 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Paros to Naxos ferry is one of the most convenient island hops in the Cyclades — two neighbouring islands separated by just 25 minutes of open water. Whether you’re island-hopping through the archipelago or making a quick crossing between the two, this is about as straightforward as Greek ferry travel gets. If your itinerary brings you back this way, the return Naxos to Paros ferry runs the same short hop in reverse.
Service runs throughout the year, though you’ll notice a clear difference between seasons. Summer brings a busy schedule with an average of around 10 departures per day in June, July, and August. In winter, expect roughly 2 sailings daily, so a little forward planning goes a long way.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Naxos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| March | Yes | 2.2 (1–4) |
| April | Yes | 5.0 (3–8) |
| May | Yes | 5.7 (4–8) |
| June | Yes | 7.2 (6–9) |
| July | Yes | 8.7 (4–10) |
| August | Yes | 8.5 (8–9) |
| September | Yes | 6.5 (4–9) |
| October | Yes | 4.2 (4–5) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Paros to Naxos — 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 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 9 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 15:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 9 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 9 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 9 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 9 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 15:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 9 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 9 | 11:10, 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 23:15 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 8 | 11:20, 11:45, 12:55, 13:25, 14:35, 18:05, 18:55, 22:15 |
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Ferry Companies
The Paros–Naxos route is served by 5 companies:
- SeaJets – approximately 25 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 45 minutes
- Golden Star Ferries – approximately 55 minutes
- Fast Ferries – approximately 55 minutes
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
Tips for the Paros–Naxos Ferry
- At only 25 minutes by high-speed ferry, you can easily day-trip between the two islands.
- Small Cyclades Lines runs a local ferry that also continues to Iraklia, Schinoussa, and Koufonisi.
- 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.
- Once you arrive in Naxos, the largest of the Cyclades, the giant marble Portara gateway standing on a small islet at the entrance to the harbour is an unmissable landmark. The island offers the full range of Greek island experiences: long sandy beaches, mountain villages, ancient ruins, and a fertile interior producing excellent local cheeses and wines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Naxos?
1 to 10 ferries per day depending on the season. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Paros to Naxos today?
Yes – 9 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Paros to Naxos this week?
Around 60 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 9 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Naxos?
The first departure is usually 11:20.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Naxos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 25 minutes, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 50 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Paros to Naxos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €6 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €33 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Naxos route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.
Is it worth hiring a car on Naxos?
Yes, it is worth it. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, and its best beaches and mountain villages, Apollonas, Halki, the Tragaea, are 30 to 45 minutes' drive from Naxos Town. Rental desks sit right at the ferry quay, a one-minute walk from the bus terminal. Buses cover the main coast road, but a car gets you into the interior. Compare local suppliers 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.