Kalimnos to Symi ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kalimnos to Symi

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£36

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 5 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kalimnos to Symi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kalimnos to Symi will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £36.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Kalimnos for Symi every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

The slowest ferries will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Dodekanisos Seaways
11:202h05
Kalimnos
13:25Symi
£361One-way
0 changes
Dodekanisos Seaways
12:102h05
Kalimnos
14:15Symi
£361One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Kalimnos to Symi ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Kalimnos to Symi ferries for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 01:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
a_n_e_kalymnoy03:00 Kalimnos
13h50
16:50 Symi0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Kalimnos to Symi

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Ferries from Kalimnos to Symi run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 19:45. The fastest ferry covers the 46 nautical miles (87 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Kalimnos to Symi are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
46 nautical miles (87 km)
Average sailing duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
6
Fastest ferry
2h 0m
First ferry
00:40
Last ferry
19:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Kalimnos to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Kalimnos to Symi with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£67
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries

FAQs: Kalimnos to Symi ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalimnos to Symi by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Symi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Kalimnos to Symi (Island) is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) is 2 h   to travel the 53 mile long route, with around there are 3 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) leaves at 07: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) leaves at 21: 20.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Kalimnos to Symi (Island), you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Symi (Island). You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Kalymnos, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Symi, located 6.7 miles (10.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Kalimnos to Symi (Island) is May.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Kalimnos and Symi (Island).

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Kalimnos and Symi

Kalimnos
Symi
The major port for departures in Kalimnos is Port of Kalymnos. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Kalymnos for your trip from Kalimnos to Symi.
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Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
WXXP+3G Kalimnos, Greece
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Kalimnou - Pothias
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Kima (0.3km)
  • Miltos (0.5km)
  • Psarokatastasi (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Kalymnos Taxis and Kalymnos Radio Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Kalymnos
  • Bus Line 1, Kalymnos Bus Station

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