Ferry from Agathonissi to Kalymnos (Pothia)

Agathonissi to Kalymnos runs south through the small islands of the northern Dodecanese. On the Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans it takes a little under two hours, while the SAOS boat Saonisos, which calls at more of the little ports on the way, can take five and a half. The fast craft is the practical choice if you are connecting onward the same day.

Ferries arrive at Pothia, Kalymnos's capital and main port on the south coast, a busy working town built up the slopes around the harbour. The sponge-diving trade that made the island's name is still visible in the shops and workshops near the waterfront. Kalymnos is rugged and traditional compared with neighbouring Kos, and is best known internationally as a rock-climbing destination, with quieter beaches on the west coast.

Sailings run somewhere around once a day across a fortnight, spread unevenly between the two operators, so it is worth checking your specific date rather than assuming a daily boat. The current timetable and fares are shown below, starting around €24. From Pothia there are frequent onward connections to Kos, and from there to Rhodes and the wider Dodecanese.

Agathonissi to Kalymnos Ferry Fares

Weekly Agathonissi to Kalymnos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Agathonissi to Kalymnos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Agathonissi to Kalymnos ferry

• If you have a connecting ferry from the same port, check the departure board immediately on disembarking and confirm the gate for your next vessel.
• In summer, the heat on quaysides can be intense, especially during midday departures – a hat and water are essential while waiting to board.
• The Ionian Sea (western Greece: Corfu, Kefalonia, Zakynthos) has a different weather pattern to the Aegean – it is wetter in autumn and winter but calmer in summer.
• Island residents depend on winter ferries for supplies and travel; these sailings run regardless of tourist demand but fill quickly around public holidays.
• In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.

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