The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos to Rhodes
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos to Rhodes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karpathos to Rhodes will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Karpathos for Rhodes on Tue, Mar 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 the direct ferries cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 35 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.










Live departures
Karpathos to Rhodes ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos to Rhodes ferries for today, Sunday, March 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 AM Karpathos | 3h25 | 9:00 AM Rhodes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos to Rhodes
Ferries from Karpathos to Rhodes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 74 nautical miles (138 km) distance in 2h 35m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.


Distance 74 nautical miles (138 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 2h 35m |
First ferry 00:55 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 42 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Karpathos to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as $20 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Karpathos to Rhodes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos to Rhodes 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 Rhodes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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