Ferry from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos)
1h 35m to 1h 45m · from €9.00 · 1 operator
Chalki to Diafani at a glance
Ferries from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 11:00 and the latest is 17:30. The crossing takes between 1h 35m and 1h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €9.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €9.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €9.00 | Book now |
| AB42 Cabin | €32.50 | 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 28 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chalki to Diafani through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times 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 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 7 | 7 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| August 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 12 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice 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.
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.
Weekly Chalki to Diafani 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 Chalki.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 17:30 | |
| 11:00 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 15 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 16 days from 15 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:00, latest 17:30. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:00, latest 17:30. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:00, latest 17:30. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:00, latest 17:30. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Chalki to Diafani Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €9.00 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 | €9.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €9.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €11.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Diafani between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 15 November | 11:00 | 12:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 17:30 | 19:15 | 1h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 11:00 | 12:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 17:30 | 19:15 | 1h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Diafani?
Ferries from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 February 2027, 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 to Diafani (Karpathos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 15 November 2026, at 11:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Chalki to Diafani this week?
2 sailings from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chalki to Diafani?
The first ferry from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) leaves at 11:00 and the last at 17:30.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Diafani?
The fastest crossing from Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) takes 1h 35m and the slowest 1h 45m.
How much does the Chalki to Diafani ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chalki to Diafani (Karpathos) ferry start from €9.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €32.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Diafani route?
The Chalki 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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