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How to get from Heraklion to Paros by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Heraklion to Paros ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Heraklion to Paros is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Heraklion to Paros can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Heraklion to Paros ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets or Golden Star Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Heraklion Paros ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Heraklion to Paros simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Heraklion to Paros Ferry Information

Port of departure
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Port of Arrival
Paros
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Distance
121 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Golden Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Speed Lines
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
3 hours 50 min
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Ferry Heraklion Paros: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Heraklion to Paros, you'll find tickets range from £65 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £260 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Heraklion to Paros route is £140. The average ferry crossing time from Heraklion to Paros is 4 hours 57 min. The slowest ferries will take 5 hours 25 min to reach Paros, while the fastest boats will arrive in Paros in 3 hours 40 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Heraklion at 07:00. The last boat to Paros leaves the port of Heraklion at 09:00.

Average price of a Heraklion to Paros ferry crossing
£140
Price range of ferries Heraklion Paros (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£65 - £260
Average crossing time Heraklion Paros
4 hours 57 min
Departure time of first ferry to Paros
07:00
Time last ferry leaves for Paros
09:00
Arrival time of first ferry to Paros
10:40
Arrival time of last ferry to Paros
13:25

Why travel by ferry from Heraklion to Paros?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Heraklion to Paros ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Paros. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Heraklion to Paros is an ideal way to travel.

Transporting your bike is not a problem
On the train, bus or plane, it is often very complicated and sometimes impossible to travel with this cumbersome companion: your bike. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You leave it there for the duration of the Heraklion-Paros crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Paros.
Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
If you compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to get from Heraklion to Paros. But you are stuck in your seat, strapped in by your seatbelt, and there is almost no opportunity to travel. During the Heraklion Paros ferry journey with Sea Jets, Minoan Lines, ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways or Cyclades Fast Ferries, there are countless opportunities to enjoy restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... You will never have so much freedom and entertainment during a flight!
To finally take the time to travel
It is well known that we live in a society where everything has to go fast, faster and faster. Yet you will enjoy setting sail from Heraklion on a Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets ferry that will travel the 121 mi to Paros at less than 40km/h. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... You may even find your Heraklion-Paros crossing a little too short!

Which companies operate between Heraklion and Paros?

If you want to travel between Heraklion and Paros by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Cyclades Fast Ferries Heraklion Paros
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries was founded in 2003 and is based in Greece. It offers fast crossings between the Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a Cyclades Fast Ferries ticket between Heraklion and Paros. More information about Cyclades Fast Ferries
Hellenic Seaways Heraklion Paros
Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways was founded in 2000 and is based in Athens, Greece. The company serves the Greek islands and the Aegean region. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a Hellenic Seaways ticket between Heraklion and Paros. More information about Hellenic Seaways
Blue Star Ferries Heraklion Paros
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Paros route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Heraklion and Paros. More information about Blue Star Ferries
ANEK Lines Heraklion Paros
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Paros route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece and between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Heraklion and Paros. More information about ANEK Lines
Minoan Lines Heraklion Paros
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines is a Greek shipping company created in 1972 and providing passenger transport in Greece. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a Minoan Lines ticket between Heraklion and Paros. Minoan Lines operates 6 crossings a week to Paros from Heraklion and the journey time is 3 hours 50 min. More information about Minoan Lines
3 hours 50 min
6 crossings a week
Sea Jets Heraklion Paros
Sea Jets
Sea Jets is a Greek shipping company established in 1989. It operates some 140 routes between Piraeus and Crete and the Cyclades archipelago. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Paros fares and book a Sea Jets ticket between Heraklion and Paros. Sea Jets operates 5 crossings a week to Paros from Heraklion and the journey time is 4 hours 50 min. More information about Sea Jets
4 hours 50 min
5 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Heraklion? Where do the boats arrive in Paros?

Port of departure in Heraklion

Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets ferries depart for Paros from the following ports in Heraklion:

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Port of arrival in Paros

Sea Jets, Minoan Lines, ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways or Cyclades Fast Ferries ships arrive in Paros from the following ports:

Paros
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Heraklion to Paros, it will take you at least 3 hours 50 min to cover the 121 mi between Heraklion and Paros.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Heraklion and Paros in winter) and the ferry company (Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines and Sea Jets). There are currently 3 crossings a day between Heraklion and Paros.

There are 6 ferry companies operating between Heraklion and Paros: Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines and Sea Jets.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Golden Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Speed Lines.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Golden Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Aegean Speed Lines on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Heraklion Paros ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Heraklion and Paros, you will travel 121 mi.

To go by boat from Heraklion to Paros, you can find prices ranging from £65 for the lowest, to £260 for the highest. The average price we observed was £140.

The first ferry leaves Heraklion at 07:00 for Paros.

The last ferry to Paros usually departs from Heraklion at 09:00.

Your Heraklion to Paros ferry experience

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Heraklion and Paros would be like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Heraklion to disembarkation in Paros, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets and Golden Star Ferries. You will also find practical information about Heraklion and Paros.

Boarding in Heraklion

Before you set off on your Heraklion Paros ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Arrival time in Heraklion port / You should arrive in the port of Heraklion well in advance. Please check this with your Sea Jets, Minoan Lines, ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways or Cyclades Fast Ferries company. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Heraklion - Paros crossing / Go to the Sea Jets, Minoan Lines, ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways or Cyclades Fast Ferries desk at Heraklion ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you are travelling by car, please stand in the reserved lanes. Check-in will take place directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Paros / Watch out for voice messages in the Heraklion ferry terminal inviting you to board. By car, follow the instructions of Cyclades Fast Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines or Sea Jets staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Heraklion and Paros

On board the Sea Jets, Minoan Lines, ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways or Cyclades Fast Ferries ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some will want to relax in one of the reclining lounges, others will want to make the most of all the services offered on board or simply enjoy the view of the sea from the ship's deck.

Ferry arrival in Paros

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Paros:

  • Approaching Paros Harbour / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has come to rest and tied up to the quay in Paros Harbour. There is no need to rush. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Paros from the outside deck.
  • Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Paros Harbour.
  • Leave the ship and Paros is yours / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. In Paros you are likely to pass a customs check. Finally, your stay in Paros begins in earnest!

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