Ferry from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia)
5h 15m to 10h 45m · from €15.50 · 1 operator
Karpathos Ferry Port is located in the main town of Pigadia, also known as Karpathos Town, on the south east coast of the Greek island of Karpathos. Pigadia port guide.
Anafi to Karpathos at a glance
Ferries from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 01:00 and the latest is 01:30. The crossing takes between 5h 15m and 10h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €15.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €15.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €15.50 | Book now |
| AB42 Cabin | €51.50 | 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 27 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Anafi to Karpathos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 7 | 7 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| August 2026 | 10 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 12 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Anafi to Karpathos Route Map
Anafi to Karpathos is worked by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Chios, taking anywhere from around five hours to nearly eleven depending on whether the ship routes via Crete and Kasos. The route links the southern Cyclades with the far south of the Dodecanese across a good deal of open water. It is a conventional ferry with cabins on the longer overnight legs.
Karpathos is a large, mountainous island between Rhodes and Crete, noticeably less developed than either. Ferries dock at Pigadia, the main town and port on the east coast, which has the bulk of the island's hotels and tavernas. The draws are the dramatic scenery, beaches such as Kyra Panagia and Apella, walking, and the traditional culture of Olympos in the north.
The route runs a couple of times a week, with the current timetable and fares in the table below. Karpathos also has an airport with domestic flights, and local boats run up the east coast to Diafani for Olympos.
Weekly Anafi to Karpathos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Anafi.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 01:30 | |
| 01:00 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 27 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 01:30. Fastest crossing 5h 15m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 19:00. Fastest crossing 5h 15m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 19:00. Fastest crossing 5h 15m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of the 27 days to 27 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 01:30. Fastest crossing 5h 15m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Anafi to Karpathos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €15.50 on a conventional ferry. 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 | €15.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €51.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €67.00 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €91.50 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €91.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €15.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €17.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €13.15 | 30 April 2027 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €15.78 | 30 April 2027 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €26.29 | 30 April 2027 |
Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Karpathos?
Yes, with desks in Pigadia near the port. It's worth it if you're staying several days: the drive north to Olympos, about 58km, runs along narrow, winding cliff roads that can turn genuinely windy, and buses only cover the main routes. For a short stay, buses and boat trips to the beaches are enough. Compare hire options at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Anafi to Karpathos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November | 01:00 | 11:45 | 10h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 01:30 | 06:45 | 5h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 21 November | 01:00 | 11:45 | 10h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 01:30 | 06:45 | 5h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Anafi to Karpathos?
Ferries from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Anafi to Karpathos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 November 2026, at 01:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Anafi to Karpathos this week?
2 sailings from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Anafi to Karpathos?
The first ferry from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) leaves at 01:00 and the last at 01:30.
How long is the ferry from Anafi to Karpathos?
The fastest crossing from Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) takes 5h 15m and the slowest 10h 45m.
How much does the Anafi to Karpathos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) ferry start from €15.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €51.50. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €13.15 net of VAT and port dues. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Anafi to Karpathos route?
The Anafi to Karpathos (Pigadia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Anafi to Karpathos ferry
- Weather cancellations are more common in the shoulder months (October, November, March, April) than in the height of summer, despite summer's meltemi wind.
- July and August are the busiest months on almost every Greek ferry route; expect crowded vessels, longer boarding queues, and higher prices.
- Campervans and motorhomes require a dedicated vehicle category when booking; standard car prices do not apply and spaces are limited.
- Once you arrive in Karpathos, you'll find an unspoiled island with an extensive network of around 50 hiking routes crossing rugged mountains and remote villages. The northern village of Olympos, perched on a clifftop ridge, is one of the most striking traditional settlements in the Dodecanese.
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