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Monastery Museum of Saint John the Theologian
Museum within the monastery complex displaying ecclesiastical treasures, manuscripts and icons that illuminate Patmos’s long religious history.
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
45 m
Ferries on 28 Sept
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Leros to Skala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leros to Skala will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 28 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Leros to Skala, including 1 direct services.
On Mon 28 Sept the direct ferries cover the 34 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 45 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 EXPRESS
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 20:55 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 09:40 | Arrival Time 10:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 14:35 | Arrival Time 15:20 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 11:55 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 09:25 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 23:40 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 22:55 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:50 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:25 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Leros to Skala ferries for tomorrow, Monday 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS | 11:55 Agia Marina (Leros) | 0h45 | 12:40 Port of Patmos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Take a ferry from Leros to Skala and enjoy the approximately 18 nautical miles (34 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 22:40. Ferries from Leros to Skala are available to foot passengers.

Distance 18 nautical miles (34 km) |
First ferry 0:40 |
Last ferry 22:40 |
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Most Leros to Skala ferries use the Agia Marina (Leros) to Port of Patmos port pair. Use this guide to compare Leros and Skala ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Agia Marina (Leros) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis and WC.
Food options include: To Steki Tou Dimitri (0.3km), Mylos Fish Restaurant (0.6km), Petrino (0.9km)
Available at Agia Marina (Leros): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Lakki Port is 1 km from Leros city centre. Public transport options include:
Lakki Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Mylos Fish Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki Tou Mentiou (0.5km), Pirofani (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Available at Lakki Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lakki Port.
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