Ferries from Mykonos to Paros (and return)

The Paros to Mykonos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article.

Paros is a very popular holiday destination in Greece (in fact it ranks third, after Santorini and Mykonos ). It is considered one of the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades and is especially popular for the beaches and the traditional Greek villages.

Being located so close to Mykonos, Paros is a great choice is you are looking for a day trip while visiting Mykonos.

How long does it take to get from Mykonos to Paros?

The fastest ferry takes 40 min while the slowest ferry takes 50 min to get between Mykonos and Paros.

Is there a high speed ferry between Mykonos and Paros?

All ferries between the two islands are high speed ferries (passengers only).

How much does it cost to get from Mykonos to Paros by ferry?

The price of the ticket depends on the company and type of seat:

On the ferry operated by Sea Jets, a single economy ticket is €28.50.

On the ferry operated by Hellenic Seaways, a single economy ticket is €29.50, while a business ticket is €34.50.

How many ferries per day depart from Mykonos to Paros during the low season?

During the low season 2013 (Apr-May) , the following ferries connect the two islands:

Sat 9:45 a.m., May 4
Sun 9:45 a.m., May 5
Mon-Thu 9:45 a.m., May 8-Jun 6
Sat, Sun 9:45 a.m. May 11 – Sept 29
Mon, Wed-Fri, Sun 2:10 p.m., Apr 24-29
Daily except on Wed, 2:55 p.m., Apr 26- May 4, May 6 – Sept 8
Wed 2:55 p.m., May 1-8

How many ferries per day depart from Mykonos to Paros during the high season?

The high season starts in early-June and lasts until early-October but the highest number of ferries is during July & August.

The following ferries connect Mykonos and Paros during the 2013 high season:

Tue 8:25 a.m., Jul 2 – Sept 3
Sun 8:25 a.m., Jun 30 – Sept 8
Mon 8:40 a.m., Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19, 26, Sept 2
Mon-Thu 9 :45 a.m., May 8 – Jun 6
Sat, Sun 9:45 a.m.,May 11 – Sept 29, Oct 5-Oct 27
Mon 9:45 a.m., Jun 24
Mon-Thu 9:45 a.m., Sept 1 – 26, Sept 30-Oct 31
Sat 10:40 a.m., Jun 29-Sept 7
Tue 10:40 a.m., Jul 2- Sept 3
Daily 11:10 a.m., Jul 1 – Sept 15
Fri 1:35 p.m., Jul 5 – Sept 6
Daily except on Wed, 2:55 p.m., May 6- Sept 8 , Sept 9-Oct 6
Wed 2:55 p.m., Jul 3, 17, 31, Aug 14, 28
Sat 5:10 p.m. Jun 8 – Sept 14
Fri 5:35 p.m., Aug 9-23
Mon-Thu 5:45 p.m., Jun 10 – Jun 20, Jun 25-Sept 12

Are there any overnight journeys between Mykonos and Paros ?

No.

How about the ferries from Paros to Mykonos ?

During the 2013 high season, the following ferries run between Paros and Mykonos:

Sat, Sun 10:50 a.m., Jun 1 – Sept 15, Sept 21-29, Oct 5-27
Mon 10:50 a.m., Jun 24
Fri 11:10 a.m. Jun 7 – Sept 13
Mon 11:25 a.m., Jun 10-17, Jul 1 – Sept 9
Tue-Thu 11:25 a.m., Jun 11-18, Jun 26- Jul 3, Jul 9 – Sept 12
Wed 11:25 a.m., Jun 19
Thu 11:25 a.m., Jun 20, Jul 4
Tue 11:25 a.m., Jun 25
Mon-Thu 12:30 p.m., May 8 –Jun 6, Sept 16-26, Sept 30-Oct 31
Daily except on Wed, 1:55 p.m., May 6 – Sept 8, Sept 9 – Oct 6
Wed 1:55 p.m., Jul 3, 17, 31, Aug 14, 28
Sat 2:20 p.m., Jun 29- Sept 7
Sun 4:30 p.m., Jun 30 – Sept 8
Daily 6:05 p.m., Jul 1 – Sept 15
Sat 6:10 p.m., Jun 8 – Sept 14
Fri 6:30 p.m., Aug 9-23
Mon 9:10 p.m., Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5,12,19,26, Sept 2
Tue 9:20 p.m., Jul 2 – Sept 3

During the 2013 low season, the following ferries connect Paros to Mykonos:

Sat 10:50 a.m., May 4
Sat, Sun 10:50 a.m., May 11 – 26
Mon- Thu 12:30 p.m., May 8 – Jun 6
Mon, Wed-Thu, Sun 1:10 p.m., Apr 24-29
Daily except on Wed, 1:55 p.m., Apr 26- May 4, May 6-Sept 8
Wed 1:55 p.m., May 1-8
Sun 4:35 p.m., May 5

Where can I buy tickets from?

You can buy tickets online here but there are certain limitations especially related to how far in advance you can purchase. You can also buy the tickets from travel agencies. But the simplest way to get them is directly from the ports. If you plan to travel during the weekend in the middle of the peak season, it’s advisable to book them several days in advance.

Does everyone charge the same prices?

The prices are the same on line, at travel agencies and in the ports.

Important note:

The ferry companies submit their schedules each Friday to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine so it’s advisable to double check the schedules couple of weeks prior to departure.

Read more about:

>> Ferries in Greece
>> Ferries from Athens: How to deal with the Port of Piraeus
>> Ferries from Athens to Aegina
>> Ferries from Athens to Crete
>> Ferries from Athens to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Hydra
>> Ferries from Athens to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Rafina to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Athens to Patmos
>> Ferries from Athens to Santorini
>> Ferries from Santorini to Crete
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Syros
>> Ferries from Santorini to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Naxos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skopelos
>> Ferries from Corfu to Patras
>> Ferries from Rhodes to Kos
>> Ferries to and from Santorini
>> Ferries from Athens to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Crete
>> Ferries from Santorini to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesvos
>> Ferries to and from Mykonos
>> Ferries from Crete to Gavdos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Santorini to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Ios
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Tinos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Athens to Naxos
>> Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki
>> Ferries from Santorini to Syros
>> Ferries from Kavala to Thassos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skiathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (Lesbos)
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Kos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Chios

Note: The article was first published in 2009; latest schedule and price update was made as of March 2013.