Ferry from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi
2h 30m to 3h 30m · from €31.00 · 2 operators
Paros to Koufonissi at a glance
Ferries from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi are scheduled 16 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 10:00 and the latest is 23:35. The crossing takes between 2h 30m and 3h 30m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Seajets. Published fares start from €31.00 on a conventional ferry and from €55.70 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €31.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €55.70 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Paros to Koufonissi Route Map
Paros to Koufonissi takes anything from about an hour and ten minutes to nearly four hours, depending on whether you are on a Seajets high-speed craft or the conventional Blue Star Naxos. Seajets works the route with the Champions League Jet 1, Super Jet 2 and Superjet, while Blue Star takes the slower island-stopping line through Naxos. Both carry vehicles, though a car is rarely needed on an island this size.
Koufonissi is the most popular of the Small Cyclades in summer, known for shallow turquoise water and beaches such as Pori and Fanos. The harbour sits right at the main village, so arrival is a matter of walking off the ramp and into town. Neighbouring Kato Koufonissi across the channel is uninhabited and reached by small local boats.
There are usually several departures a day in season across the two operators, with the pattern reduced sharply out of summer. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Koufonissi sits on the Naxos to Amorgos line, which makes it easy to combine with Schinoussa, Heraklia and Amorgos on the same trip.
Paros to Koufonissi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €31.00 on a conventional ferry and from €55.70 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €31.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos |
| High-speed vessel | €55.70 | Seajets | Super Jet 2 |
Weekly Paros to Koufonissi Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Super Jet 2 high-speed | even calendar days | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | €55.70 | 2026-09-28 to 2026-10-10 | Book the Super Jet 2 sailing |
| Seajets | Superjet high-speed | odd calendar days | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | €55.70 | 2026-09-29 to 2026-10-11 | Book the Superjet sailing |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 23:30 | 02:55 | 3h 25m | €31.00 | 2026-09-18 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | €31.00 | 2026-09-20 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | €31.00 | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing |
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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.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Paros to Koufonissi between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 23:30 | 02:55 | 3h 25m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-03 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Tue 2026-10-06 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
| Tue 2026-10-06 | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-10-07 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Thu 2026-10-08 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 23:30 | 02:55 | 3h 25m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 10:00 | 12:30 | 2h 30m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-13 | 23:35 | 03:05 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Paros to Koufonissi?
Ferries from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi are scheduled 16 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Paros to Koufonissi today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi today. Departure times: 10:00 and 23:30.
How many ferries run from Paros to Koufonissi this week?
10 sailings from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Fridays and Sundays.
What time is the first ferry from Paros to Koufonissi?
Scheduled departures from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi leave at 10:00, 23:30 and 23:35.
How long is the ferry from Paros to Koufonissi?
The fastest crossing from Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi takes 2h 30m and the slowest 3h 30m. On this route conventional ferries take 3h 25m to 3h 30m and high-speed vessels take 2h 30m.
How much does the Paros to Koufonissi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi ferry start from €31.00 on a conventional ferry and from €55.70 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Paros to Koufonissi route?
The Paros (Parikia) to Koufonissi route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Paros to Koufonissi ferry
- The whitewashed windmill facing the harbour is Parikia's landmark, useful for finding your way back to the terminal. Arrive at least an hour before departure in peak season, allowing extra time if you still need to buy your ticket at the port.
- The KTEL bus station for onward island travel is immediately to the right as you exit the port, making it easy to find without asking directions. Buses to Naoussa, the airport, and beaches all depart from here.
- Baggage storage is free at the KTEL bus station once you have bought your ticket, so there is no need to carry bags around Parikia while you wait for your ferry to board.
- Paros is one of the busiest Cyclades hubs, so if you are changing ferries the same day build in a buffer – delays tend to build up through the day and afternoon sailings are more likely to run late.
- Bring a portable power bank rated at least 10,000 mAh; charging sockets on ferries are not always reliable, and island power cuts are not unheard of.
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