The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
23 h 30 m
Average duration
23 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Karpathos (Island) 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 (Island) will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Karpathos (Island) on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct ferries cover the 402 km distance in an average of 23 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 23 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest ferries will take 23 h 30 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.
9:00 PM23h30Athens8:30 PMKarpathos (Island)$571One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM23h30Athens7:30 PMKarpathos (Island)$801One-way0 transfers
9:00 PM23h30Athens8:30 PMKarpathos (Island)$571One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM23h30Athens7:30 PMKarpathos (Island)$801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Karpathos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 217 nautical miles (402 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price |
16h 10m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Karpathos (Island):
A ferry is $35 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Karpathos (Island) costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Karpathos (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 15h 10m.
Athens to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 23h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 23h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Karpathos (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Athens | 23h30 | 7:30 PM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Athens | 23h30 | 8:30 PM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Karpathos (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Karpathos (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 10m. 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 22:40. The fastest ferry covers the 217 nautical miles (402 km) distance in 14h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 217 nautical miles (402 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 14h 45m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 10:40 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $57 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Karpathos (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens 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
Popular ports from Athens to Karpathos (Island)
- 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
- 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

