Kalymnos to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kalymnos to Athens

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£55

Average price

£55

Fastest journey

11 h 35 m

Average duration

11 h 35 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

308 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kalymnos to Athens will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Kalymnos for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed 03 Dec the direct ferries cover the 308 km distance in an average of 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .

The slowest ferries will take 11 h 35 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.

Blue Star Ferries
20:0011h35
Kalymnos
07:35Athens
£551One-way
0 changes

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Compare ferry and flight for Kalymnos to Athens

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kalymnos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £73.

Distance: 166 nautical miles (308 km)

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£64

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£126

Average Price

12h 24m

Average total duration

11h 24m

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4h 0m

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1h 0m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Kalymnos to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Kalymnos to Athens ferries for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 04:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries20:40 Kalymnos
11h00
07:40 Athens0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Kalymnos to Athens

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Ferries from Kalymnos to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 166 nautical miles (308 km) distance in 10h 10m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Kalymnos to Athens 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
166 nautical miles (308 km)
Average sailing duration
11h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
10h 10m
First ferry
01:35
Last ferry
23:55
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 Kalymnos to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Kalymnos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £40. 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
10h 50m
Cheapest Price
£54
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

FAQs: Kalymnos to Athens ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalymnos to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Kalymnos (Island) to Athens is £66; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Kalymnos (Island) to Athens ferry travel time is 10 h 10 min   for the 191 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens leaves at 01: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens 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.
Take the Kalymnos (Island) to Athens ferry with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the route to Athens from Kalymnos (Island) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens by ferry is June.
Yes, you can take a ferry from Kalymnos (Island) to Athens.

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Important Stations and Airports in Kalymnos and Athens

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Athens
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information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
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Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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