The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kalymnos to Symi
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kalymnos to Symi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalymnos to Symi will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kalymnos 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 Sun 19 Apr the direct ferries cover the 88 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest ferries will take 5 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 PATMOS23:055h35Port of Kalymnos4:40Symi£151One-way0 changes
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS14:202h05Port of Kalymnos16:25Symi£391One-way0 changes
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS14:202h05Port of Kalymnos16:25Symi£391One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR PATMOS23:055h35Port of Kalymnos4:40Symi£151One-way0 changes
Kalymnos to Symi Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 14:20 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:05 | Arrival Time 04:40 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Kalymnos to Symi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kalymnos to Symi ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS | 14:20 Port of Kalymnos | 2h05 | 16:25 Symi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kalymnos to Symi
Ferries from Kalymnos to Symi run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:50, the last at 19:40. The fastest ferry covers the 47 nautical miles (88 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Kalymnos to Symi are available to foot passengers.



Distance 47 nautical miles (88 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 0:50 |
Last ferry 19:40 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, A.N.E. Kalymnoy from Kalymnos to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Kalymnos to Symi with Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, A.N.E. Kalymnoy for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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A.N.E. Kalymnoy
FAQs: Kalymnos to Symi ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalymnos 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.

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