Ferry from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala)
55m to 2h 10m · from €9.00 · 2 operators
Agios Kirykos to Patmos at a glance
Ferries from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:45 and the latest is 20:30. The crossing takes between 55m and 2h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €9.00 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €9.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €22.00 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 25 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Agios Kirykos to Patmos Route Map
Ikaria to Patmos is served by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways, on the Blue Star Patmos, the Diagoras and the high-speed Dodekanisos Pride. The catamaran takes under an hour; the conventional ferries around two hours or a little more depending on their calls. Fares start around €9, which is modest for a link between two island groups.
Patmos' port and main town is Skala, sitting below the Chora with the fortified Monastery of St John crowning the hill above. The island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has stayed low-key for its size, drawing a mix of pilgrims and quieter travellers. Alongside the monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse there are calm beaches within a short drive of the port.
There are around four sailings a week across the operators in season. Current departures, durations and fares appear below. Patmos is the northern gateway to the Dodecanese, with frequent onward links to Lipsi, Leros, Kalymnos and Kos.
Agios Kirykos to Patmos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €9.00 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €9.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel | €22.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Agios Kirykos to Patmos 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 | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | €22.00 | now to 2026-10-25 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | €22.00 | now to 2026-10-23 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 17:30 | 19:05 | 1h 35m | €9.00 | now to 2026-08-26 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:35 | 21:45 | 2h 10m | €9.00 | 2026-08-20 to 2026-08-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 20:30 | 22:20 | 1h 50m | €9.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-10 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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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 Agios Kirykos to Patmos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 17:30 | 19:05 | 1h 35m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 19:35 | 21:45 | 2h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 20:30 | 22:20 | 1h 50m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 09:45 | 10:40 | 55m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Agios Kirykos to Patmos?
Ferries from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 25 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Agios Kirykos to Patmos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 26 August 2026, at 17:30. Departures fall on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Agios Kirykos to Patmos this week?
4 sailings from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays.
What time is the first ferry from Agios Kirykos to Patmos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) usually leaves at 09:45. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:45 to 20:30.
How long is the ferry from Agios Kirykos to Patmos?
The fastest crossing from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) takes 55m and the slowest 2h 10m. On this route conventional ferries take 1h 35m to 2h 10m and high-speed vessels take 55m.
How much does the Agios Kirykos to Patmos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) ferry start from €9.00 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Agios Kirykos to Patmos route?
The Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Patmos (Skala) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Agios Kirykos to Patmos ferry
- Where a route has both a slow overnight ferry and a fast daytime catamaran, consider whether speed or cost matters more – the conventional ferry is usually significantly cheaper.
- Some operators offer loyalty discounts for repeat bookings – if you travel regularly in Greece, it is worth registering an account with the major companies.
- 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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