Karpathos Ferry

Is there a ferry from Karpathos?

Yes, you can get a ferry from Karpathos to 9 ferry ports. Ferries from Karpathos are operated by 1 ferry company; Blue Star Ferries. There are currently 9 daily and 22 weekly sailings from Karpathos.

Sailing information: routes, durations and timetables

Where do ferries from Karpathos go to?

Karpathos ferries sail to Crete, Athens, Dodecanese Islands & Cyclades Islands. You can get ferries from Karpathos to 9 ferry ports. These ferry ports include Heraklion, Sitia, Athens (Piraeus), Rhodes & Santorini (Thira).

How long is the ferry from Karpathos?

The duration of the Karpathos ferry depends which route you take. Ferries from Karpathos range between 45 minutes and 18 hours. 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.

What is the fastest ferry from Karpathos?

The fastest ferry is Karpathos to Diafani with an average duration of 45 minutes. There are currently 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this ferry route.

What is the longest ferry from Karpathos?

The slowest ferry is Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus) with an average duration of 18 hours and 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings.

Popular Karpathos ferry routes

Popular ferries from Karpathos include:

Karpathos to Heraklion

Karpathos to Heraklion is the most popular route with 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 6 hours 45 minutes and costs £15.73 on average.

Karpathos to Sitia

Karpathos to Sitia is the second most popular route. There are currently 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this route. The Karpathos to Sitia ferry costs £15.73 on average and takes approximately 3 hours 50 minutes.

Karpathos ferry timetable

The Karpathos ferry timetable depends on the route, season and operator. We recommend checking the latest Karpathos timetable before you book.

Karpathos ferry prices

How much do ferries from Karpathos cost?

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. Prices are usually cheaper for foot passengers and outside of the peak summer months.

Karpathos to Heraklion ferry costs £15.73 on average.

What is the cheapest ferry from Karpathos?

The cheapest ferry route is Karpathos to Diafani with an average price of £4.13.

What is the most expensive ferry from Karpathos?

The most expensive ferry is the Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with an average price of £47.19.

Karpathos ferries with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry from Karpathos?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Karpathos. 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 from Karpathos?

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

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Karpathos?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Karpathos. Pet operators include Blue Star Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Karpathos?

Yes, cabins are available on ferries from Karpathos with operators such as Blue Star Ferries.

Booking ferry tickets from Karpathos

How to book Karpathos ferry tickets

You can book Karpathos ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to see live pricing and availability. We recommend booking your Karpathos ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page to see if there are any discounts on your desired route.

Last-minute holidays to Karpathos

Planning a last-minute holiday and not sure where to go? With so much to see and do, Karpathos makes the perfect destination for a spontaneous escape. From visiting the mountain village of Olympos to swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Apella Beach, there’s something for every traveller. Check out our ferry routes to Karpathos and book your last-minute holiday today.

Karpathos Guide

The island of Karpathos is a bastion of Greek tradition. This roughhewn sliver of land, found in the far-flung reaches of Greece’s vast collection of Aegean Sea islands, has preserved many of its ancient customs and a unique island dialect. Some locals still wear the native dress too; a peculiar style of brightly-coloured patterns stitched onto fabric of contrasting black. Literary buffs will also recognise Karpathos from the pages of Homer’s epic poem the Iliad as a participant in the Trojan War. With such a deep-rooted culture and an average temperature that surpasses that of any other region in Greece, there is little wonder Karpathos has blossomed into such a popular tourist destination. During the summer, visitors flock to the island to make the most of the sultry Mediterranean warmth from one of the beaches that run in a broken chain along the rutted coastline. From here one can watch the sun set over the glistening blue surf of the Carpathian Sea. The port in Karpathos is found in the town of Karpathos that sits on the edge of a bay to the south-east. It is a small facility formed around an artificial inlet created by a single pier and a breakwater. Ferries leave from a wide spot on the surrounding promenade, just before the road tapers into the pier. Though there is no terminal building, passengers can make use of the facilities that line the curve of the promenade, including an ATM machine and a host of cafes and restaurants selling hot food and drink. Though the island is largely remote and dominated by a vista of steep, barren hills, most populated areas are well supported by a number of transport links. Though most locals travel across Karpathos’ twisting network of paved roads by car, visitors will find it far easier to make use of the year-round bus service that shuttles passengers between the major towns of Olympos, Diafani and Karpathos. Fixed-rate taxis called agoraias can also be found lurking by the harbour offering reasonably-priced trips to a range of destinations. A vast number of ferry routes currently operate from the port in Karpathos throughout the week. Services hosted by Anek Lines stretch in all directions, largely to the neighbouring islands across the Aegean Sea: Kasos, Chalki, Rhodes, Thira, Anafi, Milos, and the towns of Sitia and Heraklion on the large island of Crete. Another service makes the longer voyage north to the Greek mainland and the city of Piraeus near the centre of Athens.