Ferry from Paros (Parikia) to Heraklia (Iraklia)

The Paros to Iraklia ferry route is your gateway from one of the Cyclades’ most visited islands to one of its most quietly rewarding. Iraklia is a Small Cyclades island near Naxos that draws travellers who want proper Greek island life without the crowds, and this crossing is how you get there. Ferries run from March through to September, giving you a solid window across spring, summer and early autumn.

During the season you can expect a ferry roughly every other day, so it pays to check the timetable and book ahead, particularly in peak summer when demand across the Small Cyclades picks up.

Paros to Heraklia Ferry Fares

Weekly Paros to Heraklia Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 Heraklia between 19 October 2026 and 1 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Paros to Heraklia 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.
• If one leg of your journey is critical – for example a return to Athens before a flight – book that leg first and plan the rest of the trip around it.

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