Ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia)
1h 50m to 2h 30m · from €11.00 · 2 operators
Astypalea to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 12:05 and the latest is 22:30. The crossing takes between 1h 50m and 2h 30m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €11.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €38.00 | 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.
Astypalea to Kalymnos Route Map
Astypalea to Kalymnos is a short eastward run into the main Dodecanese chain, covered by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. The Dodekanisos Pride catamaran does it in under two hours, while the conventional Blue Star Patmos takes around two and a half. Either way it is a straightforward daytime crossing from Skala, the port below the Chora on Astypalea.
Kalymnos is best known as the sponge diving island, and Pothia, the main port and capital on the south coast, still has sponge shops and workshops near the harbour. The town is a working Greek port rather than a resort, built up the slopes around the bay. In recent decades the island has become an internationally known rock climbing destination, and there are quieter beaches on the west coast around Massouri and Myrties.
Sailings run a couple of times a week, with the current timetable and fares listed below. Fares on this crossing start around eleven euros. Kalymnos sits close to Kos and Leros, both easy onward hops, so it works well as a first stop in the Dodecanese.
Astypalea to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 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 | €11.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel | €38.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Astypalea to Kalymnos 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 | 14:35 | 2h 30m | €38.00 | now to 2026-09-24 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | €11.00 | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 22:30 | 00:20 | 1h 50m | €11.00 | now to 2026-08-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Kalymnos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 12:05 | 14:35 | 2h 30m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 22:30 | 00:20 | 1h 50m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 12:05 | 14:35 | 2h 30m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday 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 Astypalea to Kalymnos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 12:05. Departures fall on Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Kalymnos this week?
2 sailings from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) leave at 12:05, 20:30 and 22:30.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
The fastest crossing from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 1h 50m and the slowest 2h 30m. On this route conventional ferries take 1h 50m to 2h 15m and high-speed vessels take 2h 30m.
How much does the Astypalea to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 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 Astypalea to Kalymnos route?
The Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Astypalea to Kalymnos ferry
- The flat bow (prow) area of a large ferry is usually accessible and offers outstanding forward views – one of the best spots to stand during harbour entry.
- If you are travelling in winter, a compact rain jacket and a warm mid-layer are essential – the on-deck temperature can drop significantly on overnight crossings.
- Over-the-counter seasickness tablets containing dimenhydrinate are widely available at Greek pharmacies and are effective for most people.
- Onboard announcements are made in Greek first and English second; if you miss the English version, ask a fellow passenger what was said.
- In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.
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