Paros to Santorini Ferry
🚢 Paros → Santorini — this week
57 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 8/day
Tomorrow (Thu 23 Jul): 8 ferries — first at 07:00
Operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries · crossing 2h05m–4h40m
Paros to Santorini Ferry
Paros to Santorini -- At a Glance
- Season: Seasonal service (February to November).
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day in winter, increasing to multiple daily departures (8 per day) in summer.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 2 hours 5 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes.
- Operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines, Golden Star Ferries.
- Tickets from: €21 – €70 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
- Santorini tours: Best Santorini tours on Viator
The Paros to Santorini ferry is one of the most travelled routes in the Cyclades, linking two islands that sit at the heart of any Greek island itinerary. Whether you are crossing for the first time or returning for another summer, the journey across the deep Aegean is a fine way to arrive — sea air, blue water, and the anticipation of Santorini’s volcanic cliffs coming into view.
Throughout the year there are 5 ferries per day on average. In summer (June–August), this increases to 8 per day, while winter sees around 1 per day.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Santorini:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | No | – |
| February | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| March | Yes | 1.3 (1–3) |
| April | Yes | 3.1 (2–4) |
| May | Yes | 4.5 (4–7) |
| June | Yes | 6.9 (5–8) |
| July | Yes | 8.1 (7–9) |
| August | Yes | 8.1 (8–9) |
| September | Yes | 6.9 (6–8) |
| October | Yes | 5.1 (5–6) |
| November | Yes | 2.0 |
| December | No | – |
Paros to Santorini — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-22):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 22 Jul | 9 | 07:00, 09:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 23 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 24 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 25 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 26 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 27 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 28 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Wed 29 Jul | 9 | 07:00, 09:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Thu 30 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Fri 31 Jul | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sat 1 Aug | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Sun 2 Aug | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Mon 3 Aug | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 22:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
| Tue 4 Aug | 8 | 07:00, 10:35, 11:00, 11:45, 13:25, 14:35, 18:55, 23:15 | Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets |
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Ferry Companies
Three operators serve the Paros–Santorini route, with crossing times that vary considerably depending on which you choose:
- Seajets – approximately 4 hours 40 minutes
- Minoan Lines – approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
- Golden Star Ferries – approximately 2 hours 5 minutes
Tips for the Paros–Santorini Ferry
- If your itinerary is too ambitious for the ferry schedule, it is better to cut an island than to rush – island-hopping is meant to be relaxed.
- The Ionian Sea (western Greece: Corfu, Kefalonia, Zakynthos) has a different weather pattern to the Aegean – it is wetter in autumn and winter but calmer in summer.
- In Santorini, the clifftop villages of Oia and Fira offer the famous caldera views over the submerged volcanic crater, best seen at sunset from Oia’s castle. The 214 steps down to Amoudi Bay lead to some of the best seafood tavernas on the island, and local wine tours offer a taste of Assyrtiko, the volcanic-soil white grape unique to the island.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Santorini?
Typically 1 ferry per day in winter, increasing to multiple daily departures (8 per day) in summer. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Paros to Santorini today?
Yes – 9 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Paros to Santorini this week?
Around 57 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 8 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Santorini?
The first departure is usually 07:00.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Santorini?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours 40 minutes. Typical crossing times by operator: SeaJets 1h30m–4h45m (high-speed), Golden Star Ferries 1h55m–2h05m (high-speed), Blue Star Ferries 3h05m–5h40m.
How much does the Paros to Santorini ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €21 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €70 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Santorini route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, high-speed vessels.