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Paros to Naxos Ferry: Times, Prices and Which Boat to Take (2026)

The Paros–Naxos ferry runs daily all year: about 35–45 minutes, from €15 on a conventional ferry or €33 on a fast boat. Ports, which boat to choose, wind and booking tips.

By the iLoveGreece editorial team · Last reviewed 2026-10 · 1 source listed below

Quick answer

Ferries run between Paros (Parikia port) and Naxos (Naxos Town port) every day of the year, several times a day in summer. The crossing takes about 25 minutes on a fast boat and 35–45 minutes on a big conventional ferry. The lowest adult fares we've seen are about €15 on a conventional ferry and €33 on a fast boat (October 2026); summer fares are often higher.

Times and prices at a glance

Paros ↔ Naxos (lowest adult fares seen, October 2026)
Boat	Crossing	Fare from	Good to know
Conventional ferry (Blue Star and others)	35–45 min	€15	Steadier in wind, takes cars, cheapest
Fast boat / catamaran (Seajets and others)	About 25 min	€33	Quicker but bumpier; first cancelled in strong wind

How often does it run?

Daily all year: Paros–Naxos is one of the busiest links in the Cyclades.
Summer (June–September): several sailings a day, morning to evening.
Winter: fewer sailings, mostly the Blue Star ferries on the Piraeus–Paros–Naxos line.
Times change by date. Check your exact day in the ferry search before booking anything that depends on it.

Which port?

Paros: Parikia, the main town. Ferries leave from the quay in the centre, a short walk from most hotels.
Naxos: Naxos Town (Chora), below the Portara gateway. Hotels in town are a walk away; buses to the beaches leave from beside the port.
Arrive 30 minutes before a conventional ferry (45 with a car) and 20–30 minutes before a fast boat.

Conventional or fast boat?

Choose the conventional ferry if you get seasick, travel in July or August (meltemi wind), have a car, or want the cheapest seat.
Choose the fast boat if time matters and the forecast is calm.
On windy days fast boats are cancelled first; big ferries usually still sail.

Should I book in advance?

In July and August, book a few days ahead for popular times, and earlier if you have a car.
Outside summer you can usually buy on the day, but booking online saves queueing at the port agency.

FAQ

How long is the ferry from Paros to Naxos?

About 25 minutes on a fast boat and 35–45 minutes on a conventional ferry.

How much is the ferry from Paros to Naxos?

The lowest adult fares we've seen are about €15 on a conventional ferry and €33 on a fast boat (October 2026). Fares change by date and are often higher in summer.

Does the Paros–Naxos ferry run in winter?

Yes, it runs every day of the year, with fewer sailings in winter.

Can I do a day trip from Paros to Naxos?

Yes. With a morning ferry over and an evening ferry back you get most of a day in Naxos Town and a nearby beach like Agios Prokopios.

Can wind cancel the Paros–Naxos ferry?

Strong wind can cancel fast boats; big conventional ferries usually still sail. Only the operator and the port authority confirm cancellations.

Paros–Naxos route page →Naxos guide →Paros guide →Wind forecast →

Sources

Ferryhopper: Paros to Naxos ferry

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Updated 2026-10. General planning guidance. Check with operators and local authorities.