The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Kalymnos
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Kalymnos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Kalymnos will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Kalymnos on Thu, Jan 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct ferries cover the 308 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest ferries will take 11 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.




Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Kalymnos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Kalymnos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 166 nautical miles (308 km)
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12h 2m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Athens to Kalymnos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Kalymnos ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Athens | 11h20 | 9:20 PM Kalymnos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Athens | 10h50 | 9:50 PM Kalymnos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Kalymnos
Ferries from Athens to Kalymnos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 166 nautical miles (308 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Kalymnos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 166 nautical miles (308 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 01:35 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Athens to Kalymnos start from as low as $54 (€44) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $84 (€68) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Athens to Kalymnos with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 8h 30m but the average duration is 11h 2m
Train Operators
- Travel from Athens to Kalymnos with Blue Star Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Port of Kalymnos
- First train typically departs at 01:35 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to KalymnosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Kalymnos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Kalymnos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Kalymnos 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 Kalymnos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Kalymnos
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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