Rhodes to Karpathos ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

3 h 44 m

Average duration

3 h 44 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rhodes to Karpathos will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £17.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Rhodes 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 Thu 04 Dec the direct ferries cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .

The slowest ferries will take 3 h 44 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 FerriesBLUE STAR CHIOS
17:013h44
Port of Rhodes
20:45Port of Karpathos
£171One-way
0 changes

Rhodes to Karpathos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
17:01
Arrival Time
20:45
Duration
3h44
Sailing Days
Thu

Live departures

Rhodes to Karpathos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Rhodes to Karpathos ferries for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 10:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries12:00 Rhodes
3h35
15:35 Karpathos0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferries20:00 Rhodes
3h35
23:35 Karpathos0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos

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Ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 74 nautical miles (138 km) distance in 3h 35m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos 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
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Distance
74 nautical miles (138 km)
Average sailing duration
3h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
5
Fastest ferry
3h 35m
First ferry
00:55
Last ferry
23:55
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

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Rhodes to KarpathosYou can travel by ferry between Rhodes to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £15. 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
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£15
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
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries

Seajets

About
Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations allowed up to 24 hours before departure with fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and bar available with snacks and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Basic cabins available on longer routes
Car on board
Learn more about Seajets

FAQs: Rhodes to Karpathos ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhodes 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Rhodes to Karpathos can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Rhodes to Karpathos is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Rhodes to Karpathos ferry travel time is 3 h 30 min   for the 85 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos leaves at 21: 50.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rhodes to Karpathos without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Rhodes to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Rhodes to Karpathos is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Rhodes to Karpathos 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.
For the best Rhodes to Karpathos ferry to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services between Rhodes and Karpathos to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Rhodes, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 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.

A trip to Karpathos from Rhodes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Rhodes to Karpathos by ferry is August.
Yes, you can take a ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos.

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