Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island)

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

19 h

Average duration

19 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.

Fast ferries

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

On Fri 28 Nov the direct ferries cover the 406 km distance in an average of 19 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h .

The slowest ferries will take 19 h 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
14:0019h00
Piraeus
09:00Karpathos (Island)
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Karpathos (Island)

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £42.

Distance: 219 nautical miles (406 km)

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£53

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£102

Average Price

18h 11m

Average total duration

17h 11m

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5h 20m

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2h 20m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 14:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries17:00 Piraeus
17h35
10:35 Karpathos (Island)0 changesdirect
Thursday 27 November
blue_star_ferries14:00 Piraeus
19h00
09:00 Karpathos (Island)0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island)

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Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest ferry covers the 219 nautical miles (406 km) distance in 14h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) 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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £42
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
219 nautical miles (406 km)
Average sailing duration
17h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Fastest ferry
14h 45m
First ferry
00:50
Last ferry
23:40
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £42

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £42. 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
14h 45m
Cheapest Price
£43
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 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: Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) 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 Karpathos (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) is £57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferry travel time is 13 h 24 min   for the 251 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) leaves at 02: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) leaves at 22: 20.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Piraeus to Karpathos (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 Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Karpathos (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.
Take the Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferry with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the journey to Karpathos (Island) from Piraeus as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Karpathos, located 13.7 miles (22.1 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) by ferry is September.
You have options as you can travel to Karpathos (Island) from Piraeus 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Karpathos (Island)

Piraeus
Karpathos
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Karpathou - Aperiou, Exit to Karpathos Port
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
  • Acropolis (0.5km)
  • Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Karpathos
  • Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop

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