The cheapest and fastest ferries from Paros to Athens
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Paros to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paros to Athens will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Paros for Athens on Sun, Nov 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct ferries cover the 160 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Paros to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Paros to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €1. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €1, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 86 nautical miles (160 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price |
5h 57m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Paros to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Paros to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Paros to Athens ferries for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR DELOS | 5:15 PM Paros | 4h05 | 9:20 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Paros to Athens
Ferries from Paros to Athens run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 86 nautical miles (160 km) distance in 2h 40m. There are 32 sailings per week. Ferries from Paros to Athens are available to foot passengers.






Distance 86 nautical miles (160 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 2h 40m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Saos Ferries from Paros to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Paros to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Saos Ferries for as low as €1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Golden Star Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Saos Ferries
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Paros to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paros to Athens by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Paros, which is located around 0.1 miles (242 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Paros to Athens
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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