The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rhodes 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 Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £16.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Rhodes for Karpathos (Island) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 20 Jun the direct ferries cover the 137 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 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.
16:304h35Rhodes21:05Karpathos (Island)£161One-way0 changes
15:013h44Rhodes18:45Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
14:023h43Rhodes17:45Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
15:304h35Rhodes20:05Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
14:023h43Rhodes17:45Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
15:013h44Rhodes18:45Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
16:304h35Rhodes21:05Karpathos (Island)£161One-way0 changes
15:304h35Rhodes20:05Karpathos (Island)£181One-way0 changes
Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:02 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 3h43 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 21:05 | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 20:05 | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:01 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 3h14 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 12:25 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:01 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 3h44 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 23:05 | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 4h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:02 Rhodes | 3h43 | 17:45 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:01 Rhodes | 3h44 | 18:45 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Rhodes | 4h35 | 20:05 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Rhodes | 4h35 | 21:05 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos (Island)
Ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. 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 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest ferry covers the 73 nautical miles (137 km) distance in 3h 14m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 73 nautical miles (137 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 3h 14m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 22:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Rhodes to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Rhodes to Karpathos (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhodes 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Rhodes 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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