How to get from Paros to Ios by ferry

There are 3 ferry crossings per day sailing from Paros to Ios island in the summer tourist season. The quickest ferry from Paros to Ios takes just 1 hour and 5 minutes.

In this article, you can find out which ferry companies sail from Paros to Ios,  ferry schedules and find out where to book your Paros Ios ferry tickets online.

Paros Ios Ferry Route

If you are looking to travel between the Greek Cyclades islands of Paros and Ios, you should know that the only way to get between the two is by ferry.

Fortunately, as they are quite close neighbours, and two of the more popular islands in this part of Greece, they are well connected by ferry, especially during the high season. You can book your ferry tickets directly with Ferryscanner. Here’s a look at the Paros to Ios ferry timetables:

Paros – Ios Ferry Schedule 2024

In fact in August, you can expect up to 3 daily ferries sailing to Ios from Paros. These ferries to Ios from Paros are operated by Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, and Fast Ferries.

Check out Ferryhopper for latest timetables and ferry ticket prices for island hopping in the Cyclades group and other islands in Greece.

Paros – Ios Ferries

Prices for ferries crossings on this route really range depending on which boat, company and time you sail. Price range from 9.50 Euros to 69 Euros for regular passenger tickets.

The quickest ferry journey from Paros going to Ios takes around an hour, and both SeaJets and Fast Ferries offer this quicker sailing. 

The cheapest ferry is a sporadic Blue Star one which takes over 3 hours and costs 9.50. They do also offer quicker sailings though.

Check out Ferryhopper for Greek ferry tickets and up to date timetables for all the ferry operators and crossings mentioned here.

Note: In 2021, Minoan Lines did not offer a Paros ferry to Ios as they have done in previous years. Ferry routes do change from year to year, so this may be different in the future.

How to go to from Paros to Ios FAQ

A few common question about putting together an itinerary for traveling to Ios from Paros include:

How can you get to Ios from Paros?

You can travel from Paros to Ios every day of the week by ferry. In the summer, you can expect up to 3 ferries per day sailing to Ios from Paros.

Is Paros or Ios better?

When comparing Paros and Ios, we can say that Paros is definitely more expensive. Paros is also starting to show signs of over-tourism. Ios on the other hand has something of a reputation as a party island for 20 and 30 somethings.

How long is the ferry crossing from Paros to Ios?

The ferries to the Cyclades island of Ios from Paros take between an hour and 3 hours. Ferry operators on the Paros Ios route may include Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, and Fast Ferries.

Can I make a Paros to Ios day trip

Unfortunately, the timing of the ferries on this route do not work out great for making a day trip from Paros to Ios. You'd only end up being able to spend 3 or 4 hours in Ios before having to take the ferry back to Paros.

– Dave Briggs
Dave is a travel writer from the UK but living in Greece since 2015. As well as creating this travel blog post about ferries from Paros to Ios, he's also written many more travel blogs about destinations in Greece. Follow Dave on social media for travel inspiration from Greece and beyond:

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