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Folk Museum of Olympos
Folk museum in Olympos displaying traditional rooms, clothing, and household items. Ideal for understanding village life and Karpathian customs.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Anafi to Karpathos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Anafi to Karpathos will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 ferries from Anafi to Karpathos, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct ferries cover the 160 km distance in an average of 5 h 57 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 20 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.

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Ferries from Anafi to Karpathos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 11:25, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 86 nautical miles (160 km) distance in 5h 15m. Ferries from Anafi to Karpathos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 86 nautical miles (160 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 11:25 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Anafi to Karpathos.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Anafi to Karpathos ferries for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:45 AM Anafi | 12h15 | 6:00 PM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Anafi | 12h15 | 7:00 PM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Anafi | 10h40 | 3:00 AM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Folk museum in Olympos displaying traditional rooms, clothing, and household items. Ideal for understanding village life and Karpathian customs.
Small museum in Menetes presenting traditional costumes, tools, and domestic objects. A useful introduction to the island's rural culture.
Museum in Arkasa focused on local folklore and everyday life. Visit for a compact look at crafts, furnishings, and village traditions.
Traditional mountain village with windmills, narrow lanes, and strong local customs. One of Karpathos's most memorable walking areas and viewpoints.
Hill village of white houses and sea-facing alleys. Popular for sunset walks, quiet corners, and a more local side of Karpathos.
Capital waterfront area with harbor walks, shops, and easy access to town life. Practical and pleasant for an evening stroll by the sea.
Makarounes are handmade pasta tossed with caramelized onion and local goat cheese, a signature Karpathian festive dish served at weddings and family gatherings.
Bouges are stuffed goat intestines with rice, minced offal, and spices, traditionally prepared for Easter and major celebrations on Karpathos.
Pitaroudia are chickpea fritters with onion and herbs, common across the Dodecanese and popular on Karpathos as a meze with drinks.
Well-known seafood and Greek restaurant in Finiki with a relaxed harbor setting, serving fresh fish, meze, and classic island cooking.
Traditional taverna in Olympos known for home-style Karpathian dishes and village atmosphere. Good place to try makarounes and local pies.
Casual local taverna in Pyles focused on traditional Karpathian recipes, grilled meats, and hearty village dishes in a rustic setting.
Moderate for Greek islands: rooms rise in summer, dining is fair, and car hire or taxis add noticeable cost.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Port Of Karpathos -> Pigadia Central Square, Karpathos
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