How to travel from Heraklion to Paros, Greece

The distance between Heraklion and Paros is around 248km (154 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Heraklion to Paros by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Heraklion (HER) to Paros (PAS).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €125($125)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Santorini and then to Paros.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departsonce daily

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Heraklion and Paros

There are several options for getting from Heraklion to Paros by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €125 ($125).

The distance between Heraklion and Paros is around 248km (154 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 192km (119 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Heraklion and Paros by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Heraklion to Paros is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €125 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Heraklion and Paros is to take a ferry which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Heraklion and Paros. We recommend that you fly from Heraklion (HER) to Paros (PAS). instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Heraklion and Paros. We recommend that you fly from Heraklion (HER) to Paros (PAS). instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Heraklion and Paros. The ferry typically takes around 3h 45m and departs once daily.

Golden Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Heraklion and Paros. Ferries run once daily and take around 3h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Heraklion and Paros. Flights depart from Heraklion (HER) and arrive at Paros (PAS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Heraklion to Paros. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Heraklion to Paros typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Heraklion (HER) and and arrive into Paros (PAS).

The closest major airport to Paros is Paros Airport (PAS) (PAS) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Paros. Naxos Airport (JNX) (JNX) and Athens International Airport (ATH) (ATH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Heraklion to Paros. We recommend that you take a ferry to Santorini and then to Paros. instead which will take 3h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Heraklion to Paros is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around .

How do I get from Heraklion to Paros

Compare travel optionsbetween Heraklion and Paros

Transport options from Heraklion to Paros
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2hrs
€125($125)
every 20 mins473km (294 miles)
Plane and Ferry2h 25m
€230($230)
twice daily503km (313 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
3h 45m
once daily248km (154 miles)
Ferry via Santorini8h 55m
€83($83)
once a week275km (171 miles)

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Airlines

Airports near Paros

The following major airports near Paros offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

PAS
Paros Airport (PAS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Paros
JNX
Naxos Airport (JNX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
17km (11 miles) from Paros
ATH
Athens International Airport (ATH)
International Airport
Distance
146km (91 miles) from Paros