The cheapest and fastest ferries from Symi to Kalimnos
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Symi to Kalimnos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Symi to Kalimnos will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Symi for Kalimnos on Sun, Mar 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct ferries cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Mar 15 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.




Symi to Kalimnos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Symi to Kalimnos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Symi to Kalimnos ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:50 AM Symi | 2h00 | 5:50 AM Kalimnos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 AM Symi | 2h05 | 9:00 AM Kalimnos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Symi to Kalimnos
Ferries from Symi to Kalimnos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 46 nautical miles (87 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Symi to Kalimnos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 46 nautical miles (87 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 00:50 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Symi to KalimnosYou can travel by ferry between Symi to Kalimnos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Symi to Kalimnos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Symi to Kalimnos 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 Kalimnos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Symi to Kalimnos
- 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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