Ferry from Astypalea to Arki
4h 35m ยท 1 operator
Astypalea to Arki at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Arki are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 12:05. The crossing takes 4h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Dodekanisos Seaways. There are sailings on Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 September 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 24 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Arki Route Map
Astypalea to Arki is a long haul up the Dodecanese chain on the Dodekanisos Pride, the Dodekanisos Seaways catamaran. The crossing takes around four and a half hours, working north past Kalymnos, Leros, Lipsi and Patmos before reaching the tiny island of Arki. It is a fast boat, so seating is aircraft-style indoors with limited outside deck.
Arki is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Dodecanese, north of Patmos, with a handful of residents and a small harbour. There is no real infrastructure to speak of beyond a few tavernas and rooms, and nothing that resembles a resort. Travellers who come here are after quiet water, swimming and a very slow pace.
Sailings are about once a week, so timing matters more than usual on this one. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Patmos and Lipsi are the practical connecting points if the direct sailing does not fit your dates.
Astypalea to Arki Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Astypalea to Arki 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 | 12:05 | 16:40 | 4h 35m | now to 2026-09-24 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Arki between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 12:05 | 16:40 | 4h 35m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 12:05 | 16:40 | 4h 35m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Arki?
Ferries from Astypalea to Arki are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astypalea to Arki today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Arki today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 12:05. Departures fall on Thursday.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Arki this week?
1 sailing from Astypalea to Arki is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Arki?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Arki leave at 12:05.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Arki?
The crossing from Astypalea to Arki takes 4h 35m.
Which ferry companies operate the Astypalea to Arki route?
The Astypalea to Arki route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Astypalea to Arki ferry
- The ship's tannoy system uses a chime before announcements; listen for the three-tone signal that precedes important information about arrivals or delays.
- Delays are more common in peak season and in rough weather – check the board or your ferry operator's app rather than assuming your vessel is on time.
- Music and noise levels in the cafeteria area on summer ferries can be high; move to the outer deck or a quieter interior lounge if you need to rest.
- 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.
- Most ferries have a small play area or supervised children's zone on larger vessels; ask crew on boarding if you are travelling with very young children.
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