Island in South Aegean, Greece
Getting around Paros
How to get around Paros
Parikia and Naoussa are walkable; KTEL buses link the main villages and beaches. A scooter or car opens up the east coast and quiet bays.
Ways to get around Paros
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| KTEL Paros bus | About 1.80–3 EUR | Parikia to Naoussa, Piso Livadi, Pounta and Golden Beach |
| Taxi | About 10–25 EUR | Fixed fares; limited cars in peak season |
| Rental car or scooter | About 25–55 EUR a day | Easy and cheap; helmets required |
Taxis in Paros
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing apps. Buses and taxis cover most trips; ask accommodation for transfers late at night.
Arriving in Paros
Paros National Airport (PAS)
Small airport with Athens flights; taxi to Parikia about 10–15 EUR, 10 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented widely at 20–35 EUR a day; helmets required, and gravel roads and sand cause many crashes.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences generally need an International Driving Permit; rental firms check. Quads and scooters need a motorcycle licence.
- Onward travel in Greece: Ferries reach the islands; book ahead in summer. Hellenic Train runs Athens–Thessaloniki in about 4–5 hours, KTEL buses cover the mainland, and domestic flights save time.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Paros?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing apps. Buses and taxis cover most trips; ask accommodation for transfers late at night.
What's the best way to get around Paros?
Parikia and Naoussa are walkable; KTEL buses link the main villages and beaches. A scooter or car opens up the east coast and quiet bays.
How do I get from the airport to Paros?
Small airport with Athens flights; taxi to Parikia about 10–15 EUR, 10 min.
Is Paros walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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