Syros to Paros Ferry
🚢 Syros → Paros — this week
21 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 3/day (4 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 3 ferries — first at 11:40
Syros to Paros Ferry
Syros to Paros -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
- Frequency: 1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Operators: SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries.
- Tickets from: €7 – €60 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
The Syros to Paros ferry is a dependable year-round crossing between two of the Cyclades’ most characterful islands. Paros is one of the network’s busier stops, and the frequency reflects that: sailings are available every day, scaling up considerably as summer arrives.
Throughout the year there are around 2 ferries per day on average. In summer (June–August), this increases to 3 per day, while winter sees around 1 per day.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Syros to Paros:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| March | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| April | Yes | 2.1 (1–4) |
| May | Yes | 2.1 (1–4) |
| June | Yes | 2.9 (2–4) |
| July | Yes | 3.0 (2–4) |
| August | Yes | 3.0 (2–4) |
| September | Yes | 2.4 (2–4) |
| October | Yes | 2.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Syros to Paros — 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 | 3 | 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 3 | 11:40, 13:30, 17:25 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 17:25 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 4 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 17:25 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 4 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 3 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 3 | 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 3 | 11:40, 13:30, 17:25 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 17:25 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 4 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 11:40, 17:25 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 4 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25, 21:30 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 3 | 07:00, 11:40, 17:25 |
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Tips for the Syros–Paros Ferry
- The ferry quay sits right in Ermoupoli town centre, close to hotels, cafés and the bus station, so you can walk to most accommodation. In peak summer, arrive at least an hour early, or 60–90 minutes if you're bringing a car.
- There's no single ferry ticket office at the port – tickets are issued by several independent travel agencies clustered near the harbour, so check your booking confirmation for pickup details rather than expecting one terminal counter.
- A taxi rank is around 100 metres from the quay, but ranks empty fast in August, so pre-book a taxi or arrange a hotel transfer in advance rather than relying on hailing one on arrival.
- Third-party booking agents are useful for comparing multiple operators on the same route, but check their cancellation and change policies before paying.
- In Paros, the charming fishing village of Naoussa on the north coast is the best place to eat fresh seafood at family-run waterfront tavernas. The main town of Parikia has an impressive Byzantine cathedral built from the marble of ancient temples, and the island's beaches – particularly Kolymbithres with its sculpted granite rocks – are among the most striking in the Cyclades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Paros?
1 to 4 ferries per day depending on the season. Timetables are currently published through 4 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Syros to Paros today?
Yes – 3 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Syros to Paros this week?
Around 21 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 3 per day, 4 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Paros?
The first departure is usually 11:40.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Paros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 45 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Syros to Paros ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €7 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €60 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Syros–Paros route?
The route is served by SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries.
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.
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.