Paros to Kimolos Ferry Information, Tickets, and Timetables

There are up to 5 ferries per week sailing from Paros to Kimolos island in Greece, and the crossings are currently operated by Blue Star Ferries.

How to travel from Paros to Kimolos by ferry

How to get from Paros to Kimolos

If you want to go to Kimolos directly after spending time on Paros, the only way to do so is to take a ferry.

These two islands in the Cyclades group are reasonably well connected during the tourist season, with up to 5 ferries per week.

Ferries to Kimolos from Paros are operated by Blue Star Ferries, who currently offer a set ticket price starting from 10 Euros making it quite a cheap ferry ride.

Travel times do vary though, and the journey can take anywhere from 4 hours and 15 minutes to 6 hours and 55 minutes/

If you want to check schedules and book tickets for the ferry online, check out Ferryscanner.

Ferry Schedule

Click here to expand 08 2024
Date Carrier Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Price
2024-08-02 Blue Star Ferries 15:35 22:30 415 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-04 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-06 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-09 Blue Star Ferries 15:35 22:30 415 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-11 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-13 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-16 Blue Star Ferries 15:35 22:30 415 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-18 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-20 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-23 Blue Star Ferries 15:35 22:30 415 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-25 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-27 Blue Star Ferries 09:05 13:20 255 minutes 10.0 EUR
2024-08-30 Blue Star Ferries 15:35 22:30 415 minutes 10.0 EUR
 

Note that as I updated this article in August 2024, September and October schedules had not been released for the Paros Kimolos route.

Visiting Kimolos island in the Cyclades of Greece

Kimolos Island Travel Tips

A few travel tips for visiting Kimolos after Paros:


  • Ferries sail from the main ferry port, Parikia in Paros. Arriving ferries dock at the main port, Psathi in Kimolos.

  • For accommodation in Kimolos, I recommend looking at Booking. They have a great choice of places to stay in Kimolos and areas to consider staying include Aliki, Psathi, Kalamitsi, and Chorio.

  • If you are traveling to Kimolos in the high season, I strongly suggest reserving rooms to rent in Kimolos a couple of months or so in advance. Take a look at my guide: Where to stay in Kimolos.

  • Spend time on some of the top rated beaches in Kimolos: Dekas, Psathi, Bonatsa, Kalamitsi, Soufli, Mavrospilia, and Aliki. Find out more about the beaches here: Best Beaches in Kimolos island, Greece

  • The easiest way to get hold of ferry tickets in Greece is by using Ferryhopper. I recommend you book your Paros to Kimolos ferry tickets in advance, especially during the height of summer.



How to make a trip from Paros to Kimolos FAQ

A few of the questions readers ask about traveling to Kimolos from Paros include:

How do you get to Kimolos from Paros?

You can only travel between Kimolos and Paros islands by ferry. There are up to 5 ferries per week in summer sailing to the Greek island of Kimolos from Paros.

Is there an airport in Kimolos?

The Greek island of Kimolos does not have its own airport. The closest airport is on the next door island of Milos, which has regular flight connections with Athens.

How long is the ferry crossing from Paros to Kimolos?

The ferries to the Cyclades island of Kimolos from Paros take between 4 hours and 15 minutes and 6 hours and 55 minutes. Ferry operators on the Paros Kimolos route may include Blue Star Ferries and in some years SeaJets.

Where do you get ferry tickets to Kimolos?

One of the best places to look at ferry schedules and to book tickets online is at Ferryhopper. Although I recommend you book your Paros to Kimolos ferry tickets in advance, you might also prefer to use a travel agency in Greece when you have arrived.

Paros to Kimolos by Ferry

Paros Kimolos Ferry Route

If you want to go on a ferry from Paros to Kimolos, there are up to 5 ferries per week with different ferry companies. Blue Star Ferries has slightly quicker travel times sailing between these two Cyclades islands than SeaJets. If you need help figuring out which direct ferry would be best for your next trip, use Ferryhopper's online tool that compares journey times and prices across all Greek ferries. Once you've booked your ticket, make sure to check out the travel tips we have compiled about what else is worth seeing while visiting this beautiful island!


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