Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Rhodes (Rodos)

Chalki to Rhodes is the island's main link to the outside world, taking a little over an hour on the fast catamarans and up to about two and a half hours on the conventional ferries. Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries all cover it, with vessels including Dodekanisos Express, Dodekanisos Pride, Blue Star Chios and Stavros. The catamarans are quicker, the conventional ships slower but able to take vehicles.

Rhodes is the largest island in the Dodecanese and its main hub. The walled medieval Old Town of the Knights of St John is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sits close to the harbour, while Mandraki harbour carries the association with the legendary Colossus. Beyond the town, the island runs to beach resorts, hill villages and a long stretch of coast in both directions.

This is a well-served pairing, with crossings most days in season. Current departure times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €8. Rhodes has an international airport and onward ferries to Crete, Piraeus and the Turkish coast, so it is the standard way in and out of Chalki.

Chalki to Rhodes Ferry Fares

Weekly Chalki to Rhodes Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Is it worth hiring a car in Rhodes?

Worth it if you're staying more than a couple of days, since the island is large and its two bus companies (Roda in the west, KTEL in the east) don't make it easy to combine both coasts in a day. The port is a 10-minute walk from Rhodes Old Town, with paid parking nearby. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Rhodes between 13 September 2026 and 26 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Chalki to Rhodes ferry

• The Beaufort scale is used on all official Greek weather and maritime forecasts; it is worth familiarising yourself with what each force number means in practice.
• On high-speed catamarans, seating is assigned; on conventional ferries it is often open plan – boarding early gives you the best choice of seats.
• The rear vehicle ramp opens while the vessel is still manoeuvring; do not go down to the vehicle deck until the ferry is fully docked and the ramp is secure.
• Once you arrive in Rhodes, the medieval walled Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, with the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master as its centrepieces. Tsambika Beach on the east coast and the ancient hilltop site of Lindos are the island's other headline attractions.

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