Ferry from Agathonissi to Patmos (Skala)

Agathonissi to Patmos is a short southward run of around an hour on the Dodekanisos Pride, stretching to nearly two on the SAOS boat Saonisos, which calls at the smaller islands in between. This is the standard way off Agathonissi toward the main ferry network, and for most travellers it is the first leg of a longer journey.

Ferries dock at Skala, Patmos's port town, with the fortified Monastery of St John crowning the Chora on the hill above. The monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St John is said to have received the vision behind the Book of Revelation, are together a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and that status has kept development on the island unusually restrained. Skala itself has good tavernas and a decent range of rooms, with quiet beaches a short bus or taxi ride away.

The route runs most days in season across a fortnight, though the pattern varies between the two operators. Current departures and fares are shown below, from around €18. Patmos has frequent onward links to Leros, Kalymnos and Kos, plus the long overnight run to Piraeus, so it is the natural place to rejoin the main chain.

Agathonissi to Patmos Ferry Fares

Weekly Agathonissi to Patmos Ferry Schedule

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

Hiring a car

Do you need a car in Patmos?

Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Agathonissi to Patmos ferry

• Booking directly with the ferry operator's own website often gives you the same price as third-party sites and makes changes or cancellations simpler.
• A small padlock is useful not only for your luggage but also for hostel lockers if you are staying in mixed accommodation.
• 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.
• The eastern coast of islands (lee side) provides shelter from the meltemi; ports on the eastern shore of Mykonos, Naxos, and Paros are usually calmer.
• Once you arrive in Patmos, the UNESCO-protected old town of Hora and the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian – built in the 11th century – dominate the hilltop above the port. The Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world.

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