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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Karpathos
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
18 h 54 m
Average duration
18 h 57 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Karpathos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Karpathos will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Karpathos on Fri, Nov 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct ferries cover the 415 km distance in an average of 18 h 57 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 54 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 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 Athens to Karpathos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Karpathos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 224 nautical miles (415 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
20h 54m Average total duration 19h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Athens to Karpathos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Karpathos ferries for tomorrow, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM Athens | 19h00 | 9:00 AM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:46 PM Athens | 18h54 | 11:40 AM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Karpathos
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Ferries from Athens to Karpathos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 224 nautical miles (415 km) distance in 13h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Karpathos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 224 nautical miles (415 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 13h 30m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Anek - Superfast from Athens to KarpathosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos, Anek - Superfast for as low as $57 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Karpathos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens 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 7.8 miles (12.5 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Karpathos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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