Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos)
1h 35m ยท 1 operator
Chalki to Diafani at a glance
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 13:00 and the latest is 17:00. The crossing takes 1h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chalki to Diafani Route Map
Chalki to Diafani takes a little over an hour and a half on the Blue Star Chios, part of Blue Star Ferries' long route down the eastern edge of the Dodecanese. It is a full-sized conventional ferry, so the crossing is steady and there is plenty of deck space for what is a scenic run along the Karpathos coast. Diafani is a small call rather than a major port, so the stop itself is brief.
Diafani is a fishing village on the north-east coast of Karpathos, backed by pine-covered hills, and one of the quietest harbours in the Dodecanese. Most people who get off here are heading up to Olympos, the mountain village known for its preserved dress, dialect and windmills, reached by the mountain road or on foot. The harbour has a handful of tavernas and rooms and little else, and small boats also link it with Karpathos Town.
The service calls a couple of times a week, so both arrival and onward travel need checking against the schedule. Days, times and fares as they currently stand are in the timetable below. If Diafani does not suit your dates, Pigadia on the same island is served by the same ship and has road connections north.
Chalki to Diafani Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Chalki to Diafani 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 13:00 | 14:35 | 1h 35m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Diafani between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 14:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 14:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Diafani?
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chalki to Diafani today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 17:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Chalki to Diafani this week?
2 sailings from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chalki to Diafani?
Scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) leave at 13:00 and 17:00.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Diafani?
The crossing from Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) takes 1h 35m.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Diafani route?
The Chalki (Halki) to Diafani (Karpathos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chalki to Diafani ferry
- Pets must be kept in the designated pet area and may not enter passenger saloons; bring a lead and any food or water your pet needs for the crossing.
- A small padlock is useful not only for your luggage but also for hostel lockers if you are staying in mixed accommodation.
- Travel insurance covering ferry cancellations due to weather is worth considering if your trip depends on reaching a specific island on a specific date.
- Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.
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