Ferry from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos)
6h 25m to 12h · 1 operator
Anafi to Diafani at a glance
Ferries from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. Departures in that window are at 01:20. The crossing takes between 6h 25m and 12h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Anafi to Diafani Route Map
Anafi to Diafani is a long crossing on the Blue Star Chios, taking from around six and a half hours to twelve depending on how many islands the ship calls at on the way. Blue Star Ferries runs it as part of the line connecting the southern Cyclades with Crete and the Dodecanese. It is a conventional ferry, and the longer rotations run overnight.
Diafani is a small fishing village on the northeast coast of Karpathos, and one of the least developed ferry ports in the Dodecanese. The harbour is tiny and backed by pine-covered hills, with a handful of tavernas and rooms along the front. Nearly everyone arriving here is heading up to Olympos, the mountain village known for its traditional dress, dialect and windmills, reached by mountain road or on foot.
Sailings run a couple of times a week, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Small boats and the road link Diafani with Pigadia, the main port of Karpathos, which has far more frequent connections if you need them.
Anafi to Diafani Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Anafi to Diafani 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 01:20 | 13:20 | 12h | 2026-08-22 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 01:20 | 07:45 | 6h 25m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Anafi to Diafani between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 01:20 | 07:45 | 6h 25m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 01:20 | 13:20 | 12h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 01:20 | 07:45 | 6h 25m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 01:20 | 13:20 | 12h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Anafi to Diafani?
Ferries from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Anafi to Diafani today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 01:20. Departures fall on Tuesday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Anafi to Diafani this week?
2 sailings from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Anafi to Diafani?
Scheduled departures from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) leave at 01:20.
How long is the ferry from Anafi to Diafani?
The fastest crossing from Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) takes 6h 25m and the slowest 12h.
Which ferry companies operate the Anafi to Diafani route?
The Anafi to Diafani (Karpathos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Anafi to Diafani ferry
- Check the marine weather forecast for your crossing the evening before departure; the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) publishes forecasts for all sea areas.
- Some operators offer promotional fares in spring and autumn to fill sailings – worth checking their websites directly if you are travelling outside peak season.
- Booking a summer return to Athens a week or two before departure gives you flexibility while still securing a ticket before the final-week rush.
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