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How to book a Ferry to Karpathos

How to book a Ferry to Karpathos

Compare all ferries to Karpathos in Dodecanese Islands to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Karpathos to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

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Karpathos Ferry Services

Karpathos Ferry

Karpathos port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Karpathos?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Karpathos from 9 different ports. These include Heraklion, Sitia, Anafi, Athens (Piraeus) & Rhodes.

Karpathos schedules

Ferries to Karpathos sail up to 9 times a day and up to 22 times a week.

Karpathos operators

Ferries to Karpathos are operated by 1 operators including Blue Star Ferries.

How long is the ferry to Karpathos?

The duration of the ferry to Karpathos depends on the route you choose. The Diafani to Karpathos is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 45 minutes, whilst Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 17 hours 35 minutes.

Bear in mind that Karpathos ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Karpathos ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Karpathos

There are currently 9 different ferry routes to Karpathos.

Heraklion to Karpathos

Sitia to Karpathos

Anafi to Karpathos

Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos

Rhodes to Karpathos

Santorini (Thira)

Kasos to Karpathos

Chalki to Karpathos

Diafani to Karpathos

Popular ferry routes to Karpathos

Heraklion to Karpathos is the most popular route, with 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 6 hours 30 minutes and costs £79.50 on average. 

The second most popular route is Sitia to Karpathos which takes around 3 hours 35 minutes and costs £66.75 on average. There are 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Karpathos go to?

Karpathos ferries currently sail to 9 ports including Heraklion, Sitia, Anafi, Athens (Piraeus) & Rhodes.


Karpathos ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Karpathos?

Karpathos ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Karpathos ferry cost. 

Diafani to Karpathos is the cheapest ferry, costing £11.65 on average. There are 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 45 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos. The price is usually around £217.63. There are 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 17 hours 35 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Karpathos with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Karpathos?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Karpathos with 1 operators. Car operators include Blue Star Ferries. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Karpathos?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Karpathos with 1 operators including Blue Star Ferries.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Karpathos?

You cannot take your bike on ferries to Karpathos.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Karpathos?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Karpathos with 1 operators including Blue Star Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Karpathos

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Karpathos online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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