Ferry from Tinos to Paros (Parikia)

Tinos and Paros are two of the more rewarding Cycladic islands to pair together, and the ferry between them makes it easy to do so. Tinos has a quieter, less commercial feel than most of its neighbours -- the island is known for its important pilgrimage church in Tinos Town and for the marble-sculpting village of Pyrgos inland, rather than beach clubs and bars. Paros is the opposite in the best possible way: a polished island with a proper harbour town, excellent beaches, and enough going on after dark to satisfy anyone who wants more than a taverna meal at nine o'clock. The crossing is short, and with multiple operators running the route you have a decent spread of price points to choose from.

Service runs April through October only -- there is no winter ferry on this route at all. In April and October, departures are limited, typically one or two a day, so you need to plan around the timetable rather than the other way round. From May things improve steadily, and by June you can count on five or more sailings daily right through to the end of August. September remains busy, with four to eight departures a day, making it one of the better months to travel if you want lower prices and fewer crowds without sacrificing flexibility.

Tinos to Paros Ferry Fares

Weekly Tinos to Paros Ferry Schedule

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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.

Do you need a car in Tinos?

Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Tinos to Paros between 4 September 2026 and 17 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Tinos to Paros ferry

• Tinos has two ports – most ferries now use the new port about ten minutes from town, while only the Flyingcat catamaran still departs from the old port right in Tinos Town centre. Check which one is named on your ticket.
• If you are travelling with a vehicle, check in at least an hour before departure. Foot passengers can check in from 30 minutes before sailing, though it is worth allowing extra time in Tinos during busy summer sailings.
• The port sits a short walk from the Panagia Evangelistria church, so around 15 August – the island's main pilgrimage day – expect the harbourfront and surrounding streets to be extremely crowded with visitors arriving and departing by ferry.
• If you are travelling in winter, a compact rain jacket and a warm mid-layer are essential – the on-deck temperature can drop significantly on overnight crossings.
• 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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