Ferry from Paros (Parikia) to Milos (Adamas)

The Paros to Milos ferry is a satisfying crossing that links two of the Cyclades’ most rewarding islands. Paros, with its pretty marble villages and lively harbour at Parikia, and Milos, famous for its extraordinary volcanic coastline and the discovery site of the Venus de Milo, make a natural pairing for any island-hopping itinerary. Ferries run from March through to November, giving you a long window to plan around. Heading back the other way, the Milos to Paros ferry covers the return leg.

Sailings are daily throughout the season. In July and August you can expect up to two or three departures a day, making it straightforward to fit the crossing around your plans. In the quieter shoulder months of March, April, May, October, and November, one sailing per day is the norm, so it pays to check the schedule in advance and book early during busy periods.

Paros to Milos Ferry Fares

Weekly Paros to Milos Ferry Schedule

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Hiring a car

Do you need a car in Milos?

Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.

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 Milos between 4 September 2026 and 17 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Paros to Milos 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 Milos, the volcanic island's extraordinary coastline reveals sea caves, coloured rock formations, and beaches of every kind, from the famous white pumice shores of Sarakiniko to the fishing village of Klima with its boathouses built into the rock. Milos is also the island where the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820.

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