Paros to Tinos Ferry

Paros to Tinos Ferry

The Paros to Tinos ferry is one of those Cyclades crossings that rewards you for being spontaneous. Both islands are well worth your time individually, but together they make a natural pairing -- Paros with its golden beaches and lively harbour, Tinos with its marble villages and powerful religious atmosphere. The route runs from March through October, giving you a generous window to make it work.

Frequency builds steadily as the season warms up. You'll find roughly three departures a day through May, rising to five or more at the height of summer in July and August. In the shoulder months of March, April, and October, sailings are thinner, so it's worth checking the schedule before you commit to a tight connection.

Monthly Schedule Overview

Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Paros to Tinos:

Month	Available	Avg. Ferries/Day
January	Not yet published	–
February	Not yet published	–
March	Yes	1.0
April	Yes	1.8 (1–3)
May	Yes	2.5 (2–5)
June	Yes	5.6 (4–7)
July	Yes	6.2 (5–7)
August	Yes	7.2 (6–8)
September	Yes	5.3 (4–7)
October	Yes	4.0
November	Not yet published	–
December	Not yet published	–

Paros to Tinos — 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	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Fri 7 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Sat 8 Aug	8	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 14:15, 15:15, 16:35, 16:45
Sun 9 Aug	8	09:15, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 14:15, 15:15, 16:35, 16:45
Mon 10 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Tue 11 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Wed 12 Aug	8	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45, 19:05
Thu 13 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Fri 14 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Sat 15 Aug	8	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 14:15, 15:15, 16:35, 16:45
Sun 16 Aug	8	09:15, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 14:15, 15:15, 16:35, 16:45
Mon 17 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Tue 18 Aug	7	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45
Wed 19 Aug	8	08:30, 09:40, 11:45, 12:55, 15:30, 16:35, 16:45, 19:05

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Tips for the Paros–Tinos 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 Tinos, the Church of Panagia Evangelistria in the island's main town is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the Orthodox world, drawing hundreds of thousands of faithful each year. Beyond the port, the island's marble-carved villages and the distinctive marble-latticed dovecotes of the countryside make for rewarding exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Paros to Tinos?

1 to 8 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.

Are there ferries from Paros to Tinos today?

Yes – 7 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.

How many ferries run from Paros to Tinos this week?

Around 52 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 7 per day, 8 on weekends).

What time is the first ferry from Paros to Tinos?

The first departure is usually 08:30.

How long is the ferry from Paros to Tinos?

The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours 40 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.

How much does the Paros to Tinos ferry cost?

Ticket prices start from €7 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €48 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.

Which ferry companies operate the Paros–Tinos route?

The route is served by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways.

Do you need a car in Tinos?

Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare 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.