Athens (Piraeus)
Karpathos
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
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Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos Ferry

The Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferry route connects Athens with Dodecanese Islands and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Blue Star Ferries service runs up to 3 times per week with a sailing duration of around 13 hours 24 minutes while the Anek Lines service runs up to 2 times per week with a duration from 25 hours 5 minutes.

So that’s a combined 5 sailings on offer per week on the Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos route between Athens and Dodecanese Islands. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Athens to Dodecanese Islands page.
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Athens (Piraeus) - Karpathos Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Anek Lines & Blue Star Ferries
Average Price £278*
Average Weekly Sailings 3
Average Sailing Duration 16h 56m
Fastest Sailing Duration 13h 44m
First Ferry 15:00
Last Ferry 18:01
Distance 252 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    The ferry crossing time from Piraeus to Karpathos is approximately 19h 14m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    Piraeus to Karpathos ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos is £146. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Piraeus to Karpathos?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Piraeus to Karpathos. These are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    Book ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Karpathos with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Piraeus to Karpathos with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • How far is Karpathos from Piraeus?

    The distance between Piraeus to Karpathos is approximately 252 nautical Miles.

Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos Ferry reviews

  • "Latvija"

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    'Prevelis' travelled on Prevelis

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  • "Kassos to Sitia"

    We were very happy with the trip overall. Two points for improvement: the toilets need to be cleaned more often; there is seating available but inconsiderate people often take more than they need - perhaps an announcement could be made to remind everyone to be more thoughtful.

    'Prevelis' travelled on Prevelis

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  • "Piacevole esperienza "

    Nave puntuale. Personale molto gentile. Cabina accogliente

    'Prevelis' travelled on Prevelis

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  • "Easy Work but check your check in "

    Smooth and easy journey from Rhodes to Karpathos. Only feedback is clarification needed on how early you must arrive. Our confirmation email states we needed to be there 120 minutes before departure. However once we arrived at the ferry port, we were only advised 60. We had a 8am departure and arrived way before 6am which after an early morning wake up seemed unnecessary.

    'Prevelis' travelled on Prevelis

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Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.


Karpathos Guide

The Greek island of Karpathos lies in the Aegean Sea and is the second largest of the Dodecanese group of islands. The island sits between the neighbouring islands of Crete and Rhodes and is widely regarded as being one of the most spectacular of all the Greek islands. Unlike many of its neighbours, and probably as a result of its relatively remote location, Karpathos only began to develop in the last couple of decades. However, the development that has taken place is largely restricted to the southern parts of the island. The northern and central parts of the island have retained their authenticity and are largely unspoilt, with pretty little villages that seem miles away from tourism. Perhaps the island's most famous features are its beaches with golden sand and crystal clear waters. The island is popular with families and also with hikers who like to explore the many trekking paths that criss cross the island.

Ferries from Karpathos depart to the ports of Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Milos, Anafi, Sitia, Santorini, Chalki and Kasos.


Piraeus to Karpathos Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 18:01 07:25 13 hours 24 minutes Tue
Blue Star Ferries 18:01 11:30 17 hours 29 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 18:01 11:40 17 hours 39 minutes Sat

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