Ferry from Agathonissi to Astypalea
5h 10m ยท 1 operator
Agathonissi to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Agathonissi to Astypalea are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 08:55. The crossing takes 5h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Dodekanisos Seaways. There are sailings on Monday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 21 September 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 21 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Agathonissi to Astypalea Route Map
Agathonissi to Astypalea is a long westward crossing on the Dodekanisos Pride, taking a little over five hours. Astypalea sits out on its own between the Dodecanese and the Cyclades, so the boat leaves the usual north-south chain and strikes across open water. It is one of the longest legs the fast craft runs.
Arrival is at Skala, also known as Pera Gialos, directly below the Chora, with the Venetian kastro on the ridge above the harbour. Astypalea is whitewashed and low-key, closer to a Cycladic island than a Dodecanese one in look and feel, and popular with Greek visitors for exactly that reason. Beaches are easy-going and the Chora's lanes are a short climb from the quay.
Direct sailings run only a couple of times a fortnight, so this needs booking around a fixed date rather than treated as a flexible option. The current timetable and fares are shown below. If the direct boat does not work, Kalymnos and Kos both offer more regular Astypalea connections, and the island has a small airport with domestic flights.
Agathonissi to Astypalea Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Agathonissi to Astypalea Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:55 | 14:05 | 5h 10m | now to 2026-09-21 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Agathonissi to Astypalea between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 08:55 | 14:05 | 5h 10m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 08:55 | 14:05 | 5h 10m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Agathonissi to Astypalea?
Ferries from Agathonissi to Astypalea are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 21 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Agathonissi to Astypalea today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Agathonissi to Astypalea today. Departure time: 08:55.
How many ferries run from Agathonissi to Astypalea this week?
1 sailing from Agathonissi to Astypalea is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Agathonissi to Astypalea?
Scheduled departures from Agathonissi to Astypalea leave at 08:55.
How long is the ferry from Agathonissi to Astypalea?
The crossing from Agathonissi to Astypalea takes 5h 10m.
Which ferry companies operate the Agathonissi to Astypalea route?
The Agathonissi to Astypalea route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Agathonissi to Astypalea ferry
- The safest route from a weather perspective in summer is one that runs in the lee of large islands – the north coast of Crete, or between closely spaced island chains.
- The ship's cafeteria queue at dinner time on overnight ferries can be very long in peak season; eat early (first 90 minutes after departure) or very late.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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