Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala)
3h 45m to 3h 55m · from €46.00 · 1 operator
Chalki to Patmos at a glance
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 09:15. The crossing takes between 3h 45m and 3h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €46.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 22 July 2027.
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| High-speed vessel | €46.00 | Book now |
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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 22 July 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chalki to Patmos Route Map
Chalki to Patmos takes just under four hours on Dodekanisos Seaways' fast catamaran, Dodekanisos Express. The route runs the length of the central Dodecanese with calls along the way, which is why a fast craft still takes most of a morning. Seating is airline-style and outside deck space is limited, so it is a sit-down journey rather than a deck-watching one.
The catamaran docks at Skala, the port of Patmos, with the fortified Monastery of St John visible on the Chora hill above. Pilgrims come for the monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, and the island's UNESCO status has kept development notably restrained. Quiet beaches and a low-key atmosphere do the rest.
Direct sailings are rare, around once a week, so this needs planning around the schedule. Current days, times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €46. Routing via Rhodes or Kos opens up more frequent connections to Patmos if the direct catamaran does not run on your day.
Chalki to Patmos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €46.00 on a high-speed vessel. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €46.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express |
Weekly Chalki to Patmos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 09:15 | 13:00 | 3h 45m | €46.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2027-07-01 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 09:15 | 13:00 | 3h 45m | €46.00 | 2026-10-27 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 09:15 | 13:10 | 3h 55m | €46.00 | 2027-07-08 to 2027-07-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing |
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Hiring a car
Do you need a car in Patmos?
Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Patmos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 09:15 | 13:10 | 3h 55m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 09:15 | 13:00 | 3h 45m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Patmos?
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 22 July 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chalki to Patmos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 09:15. Departures fall on Thursday.
How many ferries run from Chalki to Patmos this week?
1 sailing from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chalki to Patmos?
Scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) leave at 09:15.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Patmos?
The fastest crossing from Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) takes 3h 45m and the slowest 3h 55m.
How much does the Chalki to Patmos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) ferry start from €46.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Patmos route?
The Chalki (Halki) to Patmos (Skala) route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Chalki to Patmos ferry
- If you are flexible on timing, the first sailing of the day is often less crowded than mid-morning departures on popular routes.
- Wi-Fi is available on board many Greek ferries but is often slow and unreliable; download maps, podcasts, and entertainment before you board.
- Once you arrive in Patmos, the UNESCO-protected old town of Hora and the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian – built in the 11th century – dominate the hilltop above the port. The Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world.
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