The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 18
13 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
13 h 30 m
Ferries on Sep 18
1
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) 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 Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island), including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 174 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 13 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.
9:50 PM13h30Santorini (Island)11:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$291One-way0 transfers
9:50 PM13h30Santorini (Island)11:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $31, while a flight costs an average of $337.
Distance: 93 nautical miles (174 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $337 Average price |
13h 58m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island):
A ferry is $307 (€251) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) costing on average $337 (€276).
Other travel options to Karpathos (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 12h 58m.
Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 13h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 12h20 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 9h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 PM Santorini (Island) | 13h30 | 11:20 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 58m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 93 nautical miles (174 km) distance in 12h 10m. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 93 nautical miles (174 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 12h 10m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:50 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $29 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) 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 Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Most Santorini (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Port of Karpathos port pair. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Karpathos (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Karpathos (Island) leave from?
Getting to Thira Santorini Port from Santorini city centre
Thira Santorini Port is 3 km from Santorini city centre. Public transport options include:
Thira Santorini Port port facilities and services
Thira Santorini Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Roka Kafeneio (0.6km), To Psaraki (0.8km), The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thira Santorini Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thira Santorini Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thira Santorini Port.
Which Karpathos (Island) port do ferries from Santorini (Island) arrive at?
Getting to Port of Karpathos from Karpathos city centre
Port of Karpathos is 12 km from Karpathos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Karpathos port facilities and services
Port of Karpathos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km), Acropolis (0.5km), Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Karpathos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Karpathos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Karpathos.
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