The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
19 h
Average duration
19 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Karpathos 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 will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Piraeus for Karpathos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 05 Dec the direct ferries cover the 418 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Karpathos
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Karpathos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 225 nautical miles (418 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
18h 16m Average total duration 17h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Karpathos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 10:35 | Duration 17h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Piraeus to Karpathos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Karpathos ferries for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR CHIOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 17h35 | 08:35 Port of Karpathos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Karpathos
Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest ferry covers the 225 nautical miles (418 km) distance in 13h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Karpathos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 225 nautical miles (418 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 13h 30m |
First ferry 00:50 |
Last ferry 23:40 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to KarpathosYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £54. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Piraeus to Karpathos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Karpathos 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 0.4 miles (698 m) away from the city centre.
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