The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
406 km
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 £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Karpathos (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Jun the direct ferries cover the 406 km distance in an average of 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 17 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.
15:0014h45Piraeus5:45Karpathos (Island)£541One-way0 changes
11:3017h35Piraeus5:05Karpathos (Island)£601One-way0 changes
15:0014h45Piraeus5:45Karpathos (Island)£541One-way0 changes
11:3017h35Piraeus5:05Karpathos (Island)£601One-way0 changes
Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 23h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 17:50 | Duration 20h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 05:05 | Duration 17h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 05:45 | Duration 14h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Piraeus | 14h45 | 5:45 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 June | |||||
![]() | 11:30 Piraeus | 17h35 | 5:05 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)
Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, 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.

Distance 219 nautical miles (406 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 14h 45m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:40 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
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.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Karpathos (Island)
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
- Acropolis (0.5km)
- Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
- Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop
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