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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos to Athens
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karpathos to Athens will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Karpathos for Athens on Tue, Jan 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct ferries cover the 415 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest ferries will take 14 h 25 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 Karpathos to Athens
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Karpathos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €49, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 224 nautical miles (415 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
23h 52m Average total duration 22h 52m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Karpathos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos to Athens ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM Karpathos | 13h15 | 6:15 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
| 3:50 PM Karpathos | 14h25 | 6:15 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos to Athens
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Ferries from Karpathos to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 52m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 224 nautical miles (415 km) distance in 13h 15m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 224 nautical miles (415 km) |
Average sailing duration 22h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 13h 15m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 22:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Karpathos to Athens start from as low as $61 (€49) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $73 (€59) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Karpathos to Athens with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 13h 15m but the average duration is 22h 52m
Train Operators
- Travel from Karpathos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries and Aegeon Pelagos
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Karpathos and arrive in Port of Piraeus
- First train typically departs at 01:00 AM and the last at 10:00 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Karpathos to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as $57 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Karpathos to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Karpathos to Athens
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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