Ferry from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia)
5h 30m to 6h · from €51.00 · 1 operator
Astypalea to Paros at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 04:45 and the latest is 06:00. The crossing takes between 5h 30m and 6h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €51.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €51.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Paros through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in July (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 10 | 10 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 13 | 12 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 16 | 16 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 18 | 18 of 31 | every other day |
| August 2026 | 18 | 18 of 31 | every other day |
| September 2026 | 14 | 14 of 30 | every other day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Astypalea to Paros Route Map
Astypalea to Paros is the long westward run through the eastern Cyclades on the Blue Star Naxos, taking around five and a quarter hours. Blue Star Ferries works the route with calls at Amorgos, the small islands and Naxos before reaching Parikia. It is a conventional ferry, so there is space to walk about, eat and sit outside.
Paros is one of the big Cycladic hubs, and ferries dock at Parikia, the main town, with the Panagia Ekatontapiliani, one of the oldest surviving churches in Greece, a short walk from the quay. Parikia keeps a more traditional feel than Naoussa on the north coast, which has the busier nightlife and the windsurfing and kitesurfing beaches. Sandy beaches ring much of the island.
The crossing runs around four times a week, with the current timetable and fares shown below. Fares start around €51. Paros is a major interchange, with frequent boats to Naxos, Mykonos, Santorini, Piraeus and the short crossing to Antiparos from Pounta.
Astypalea to Paros Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €51.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €51.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos |
Weekly Astypalea to Paros Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 04:45 | 10:15 | 5h 30m | €51.00 | 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 06:00 | 12:00 | 6h | €51.00 | 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing |
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Hiring a car
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.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Paros between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-16 | 06:00 | 12:00 | 6h | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-20 | 04:45 | 10:15 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-22 | 04:45 | 10:15 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-23 | 06:00 | 12:00 | 6h | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 04:45 | 10:15 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 04:45 | 10:15 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Paros?
Ferries from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astypalea to Paros today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) today. Departure time: 06:00.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Paros this week?
3 sailings from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Paros?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) leave at 04:45 and 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Paros?
The fastest crossing from Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) takes 5h 30m and the slowest 6h.
How much does the Astypalea to Paros ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) ferry start from €51.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Astypalea to Paros route?
The Astypalea to Paros (Parikia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astypalea to Paros ferry
- Onboard food prices are higher than onshore – if you are on a budget, bring sandwiches, fruit, and water from a supermarket before you board.
- Some ports have a departure tax included in your ticket; others require a separate port fee paid at a booth before boarding – check your booking confirmation.
- Sunscreen and insect repellent are both considerably cheaper at a supermarket before you board than at island resort shops; stock up on the mainland.
- 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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