Ferry from Chalki to Karpathos (Pigadia)

Chalki to Karpathos is handled by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Chios, taking around two and a half hours. It is part of the long conventional service that threads down from Rhodes towards Karpathos, Kasos and Crete, so the ship is a full-sized ferry with proper seating, a bar and open deck. The crossing is open water for most of its length and can feel lively when the meltemi is up.

The ferry docks at Pigadia, also called Karpathos Town, on the east coast and the island's main harbour. Karpathos is big, mountainous and noticeably less developed than Rhodes or Kos, with a reputation for dramatic coastline and beaches such as Apella and Kyra Panagia. The traditional mountain village of Olympos in the north is the island's best known draw, and there is an airport as a second way in or out.

Sailings run a couple of times a week rather than daily, so this is a route to fit around the ship's schedule rather than the other way round. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. Because the same vessel continues south, Karpathos also links on to Diafani, Kasos and Crete without changing ferries.

Weekly Chalki to Karpathos 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.

Chalki to Karpathos Ferry Fares

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Karpathos?

Yes, with desks in Pigadia near the port. It's worth it if you're staying several days: the drive north to Olympos, about 58km, runs along narrow, winding cliff roads that can turn genuinely windy, and buses only cover the main routes. For a short stay, buses and boat trips to the beaches are enough. Compare hire options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Karpathos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Chalki to Karpathos ferry

• Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
• If you are flexible on timing, the first sailing of the day is often less crowded than mid-morning departures on popular routes.
• Alcohol makes seasickness worse; if the crossing is rough, stick to water and plain foods.
• Once you arrive in Karpathos, you'll find an unspoiled island with an extensive network of around 50 hiking routes crossing rugged mountains and remote villages. The northern village of Olympos, perched on a clifftop ridge, is one of the most striking traditional settlements in the Dodecanese.

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