Ferry from Arki to Patmos (Skala)
40m · from €4.00 · 2 operators
Arki to Patmos at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. The earliest departure in that window is 14:25 and the latest is 15:30. The crossing takes 40m. The route is served by 2 operators: Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €4.00 on a conventional ferry and from €8.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. The sailing days are not the same from one week to the next during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 1 December 2026; the rest of the winter timetable is not out yet, and sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €4.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €8.00 | Book now |
| Economy Lounge / Deck | €4.00 | 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 1 December 2026. The rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet, so nothing is listed from 2 December 2026 to 1 March 2027. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 27 September 2027.
Arki to Patmos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 5 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 22 | 15 of 31 | most days |
| February 2026 | 19 | 14 of 28 | most days |
| March 2026 | 34 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 26 | 20 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 32 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 35 | 25 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 32 | 24 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 37 | 25 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 24 | 16 of 30 | about one a day |
| October 2026 | 30 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
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January 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
February 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
March 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
April 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
May 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
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.
Arki to Patmos Route Map
Arki to Patmos is a short crossing of twenty minutes to under an hour, depending on the boat. Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries and the Patmos Star all work this stretch, so you may find yourself on a fast catamaran, a conventional ferry or a small local boat. All of them treat Arki as a brief call, so be on the dock in good time.
Patmos is a quietly significant island that has kept its development in check. Boats dock at Skala, the port town, with the fortified Monastery of St John crowning the Chora on the hill above and visible from the water. The monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse are UNESCO-listed, and there are good quiet beaches away from the pilgrimage sites.
There is a sailing most days in season, which makes this the easiest way on and off Arki; the current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €4. Patmos is the local hub, with onward links to Leros, Lipsi, Samos and the mainline ferries to Piraeus.
Weekly Arki to Patmos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published from 13 November 2026 to 1 December 2026, where the published timetable ends: the days it sails and its departure times from Arki.
Leros Seaways
Book Leros Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 14:25 |
Different on these dates:
- Sat 14 November: 14:25 only.
Timetable published to 1 December 2026.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 15:30 |
Timetable published to 22 November 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 27 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 10 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:25, latest 15:30. Fastest crossing 40m. Conventional ferries: SAOS Ferries. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- December 2026: sails on 1 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 14:25. Fastest crossing 40m. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 10 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 8 of the 27 days to 27 September, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 20m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Arki to Patmos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €4.00 on a conventional ferry and from €8.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. 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 | €4.00 | SAOS Ferries | Saonisos |
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €8.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
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.
SAOS Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €4.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 Arki to Patmos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 14:25 | 15:05 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Sun 15 November | 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 14:25 | 15:05 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 18 November | 14:25 | 15:05 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 20 November | 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 15:30 | 16:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 14:25 | 15:05 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 25 November | 14:25 | 15:05 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Patmos?
Ferries from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. In that fortnight the sailing days are not the same from one week to the next. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 1 December 2026, and the rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 27 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Arki to Patmos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Patmos (Skala) today. Departure time: 15:30.
How many ferries run from Arki to Patmos this week?
6 sailings from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Patmos?
The first ferry from Arki to Patmos (Skala) leaves at 14:25 and the last at 15:30.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Patmos?
The crossing from Arki to Patmos (Skala) takes 40m. On this route conventional ferries take 40m and local boats take 40m.
How much does the Arki to Patmos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Arki to Patmos (Skala) ferry start from €4.00 on a conventional ferry and from €8.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Arki to Patmos route?
The Arki to Patmos (Skala) route is served by Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. In the next 14 days crossings run on conventional ferries and local boats; high-speed sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
Tips for the Arki to Patmos ferry
- Keep your passport, wallet, and phone in a small bag you keep with you at all times, not in your main luggage stowed in the overhead rack.
- A small padlock is useful not only for your luggage but also for hostel lockers if you are staying in mixed accommodation.
- If you feel claustrophobic in enclosed spaces, reserve a window seat or opt for an outdoor berth – the open deck is always available.
- 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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