Ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia)

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 €11. 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

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.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Kalymnos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Astypalea to Kalymnos ferry

• Name corrections on ferry tickets are usually possible up to a few hours before departure – contact the operator promptly if you notice a spelling error.
• The onboard cafeteria on most Greek ferries serves hot meals, sandwiches, pastries, and drinks – quality varies but it is usually adequate for a meal.
• Medicines, including seasickness tablets and any prescription drugs, should always be in your day bag, not buried in hold luggage.
• Senior discounts are offered by several operators for passengers over 65; the discount is applied automatically if you select the correct age category.
• 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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