Ferry from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea
5h 05m · from €51.00 · 1 operator
Paros to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. Departures in that window are at 11:20. The crossing takes 5h 05m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €51.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Paros to Astypalea Route Map
Paros to Astypalea is a five-hour crossing on the Blue Star Naxos, the conventional ferry that runs the long line east from the Cyclades into the Dodecanese. It calls at islands along the way, so the time on board is broken up by harbours rather than spent on open sea throughout. Vehicles are carried, and there is seating, deck space and a canteen for the duration.
Astypalea is shaped like a butterfly and sits at the western edge of the Dodecanese, closer in feel to the Cyclades than to Rhodes or Kos. Boats dock at Skala, or Pera Gialos, directly below the Chora, with the Venetian kastro on the hilltop above dominating the view from the water. The island is quiet and whitewashed, popular with Greek visitors, and has an airport for domestic flights.
Sailings run a couple of times a week rather than daily, so this needs planning around. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Astypalea's other connections run east into the Dodecanese, which makes this route a useful way to cross between the two island groups without going back to Piraeus.
Paros to Astypalea 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 Paros to Astypalea 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 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | €51.00 | now to 2026-09-12 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 22:30 | 04:25 | 5h 55m | €51.00 | 2026-09-14 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 22:30 | 04:25 | 5h 55m | €51.00 | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 23:35 | 05:35 | 6h | €51.00 | 2026-09-17 to 2026-10-29 | 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 Paros to Astypalea between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 11:20 | 16:25 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Astypalea?
Ferries from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Paros to Astypalea today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea today. Departure time: 11:20.
How many ferries run from Paros to Astypalea this week?
4 sailings from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Astypalea?
Scheduled departures from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea leave at 11:20.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Astypalea?
The crossing from Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea takes 5h 05m.
How much does the Paros to Astypalea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea 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 Paros to Astypalea route?
The Paros (Parikia) to Astypalea route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Paros to Astypalea 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.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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