The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kalimnos to Symi
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kalimnos to Symi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kalimnos to Symi will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kalimnos for Symi on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 5 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.




Kalimnos to Symi Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Kalimnos to Symi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kalimnos to Symi ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 AM Kalimnos | 2h05 | 1:25 PM Symi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Kalimnos | 2h05 | 2:15 PM Symi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kalimnos to Symi
Ferries from Kalimnos to Symi run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 19:45. The fastest ferry covers the 46 nautical miles (87 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Kalimnos to Symi are available to foot passengers.

Distance 46 nautical miles (87 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 19:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Kalimnos to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Kalimnos to Symi with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Kalimnos to Symi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kalimnos to Symi 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 Symi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Kalymnos, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Symi, located 6.7 miles (10.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kalimnos to Symi
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Kima (0.3km)
- Miltos (0.5km)
- Psarokatastasi (0.7km)
- Main companies are Kalymnos Taxis and Kalymnos Radio Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Kalymnos Bus Station
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