Ferry from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos)
8h 10m · from €31.50 · 1 operator
The main ferry port on the Greek island of Symi is Gialos. Gialos port guide.
Astypalea to Symi at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 20:30. The crossing takes 8h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €31.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 January 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €31.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €31.50 | Book now |
| AB22 Cabin | €52.00 | 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 24 January 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Symi through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in November (about once 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 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| February 2026 | 4 | 4 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| May 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| October 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once 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.
Astypalea to Symi Route Map
Astypalea to Symi is a long Blue Star Ferries run on the Blue Star Patmos, taking around seven and a half hours. The ship heads southeast down the Dodecanese chain with calls along the way before reaching Symi, close to Rhodes and the Turkish coast. It is a conventional ferry, so there is room to move about and eat on board.
Symi Town's harbour is the island's calling card, with tiers of colourful Italianate mansions rising up the hillside above the dock. The island has a sponge diving history like Kalymnos, and the waterfront is lined with tavernas serving the small local shrimp. Panormitis monastery, on the south of the island, is a separate stop reached by road or boat.
Sailings run about once a week, with the current timetable and fares shown in the table below. Fares start around €31.50. Symi is mainly visited from Rhodes, which has frequent daily boats, so that is the practical fallback if the direct crossing does not suit.
Weekly Astypalea to Symi 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 Astypalea.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 20:30 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 15 November 2026 to 24 January 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 3 of the 16 days from 15 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 20:30. Fastest crossing 8h 10m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 20:30. Fastest crossing 8h 10m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 4 of the 24 days to 24 January, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 20:30. Fastest crossing 8h 10m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Astypalea to Symi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €31.50 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 | €31.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €71.00 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €84.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €85.50 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €90.50 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €108.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €31.50 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €33.50 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €33.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €33.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Symi between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 15 November | 20:30 | 04:40 next day | 8h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 20:30 | 04:40 next day | 8h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Symi?
Ferries from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 January 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astypalea to Symi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 15 November 2026, at 20:30. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Symi this week?
1 sailing from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) is scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Symi?
Ferries from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) leave at 20:30.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Symi?
The crossing from Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) takes 8h 10m.
How much does the Astypalea to Symi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) ferry start from €31.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €52.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Astypalea to Symi route?
The Astypalea to Symi (Gialos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astypalea to Symi ferry
- Noise from engines and bow waves makes conversation difficult on the outdoor deck when the vessel is at full speed; find a sheltered indoor spot for long conversations.
- If your booking allows free cancellation up to a certain date, set a calendar reminder a few days before that deadline in case your plans change.
- The Greek domestic ferry network runs year-round on most major routes – even in winter you can reach Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, and Crete by sea.
- In Symi, the neoclassical mansions in shades of ochre, terracotta, and gold rising above the harbour of Gialos form one of the most striking port scenes in the Dodecanese. St Georges Bay on the island's east coast offers some of the best swimming in the area, and the island is a short ferry ride from Rhodes.
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