Ferry from Chios to Patmos (Skala)
6h 55m to 8h 40m · from €37.00 · 1 operator
Chios to Patmos at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:10 and the latest is 10:25. The crossing takes between 6h 55m and 8h 40m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €37.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday and Wednesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 August 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €37.00 | 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 26 August 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chios to Patmos Route Map
Chios down to Patmos is a long southbound leg on the Blue Star Ferries line, run by the Diagoras. It takes roughly seven hours on the faster routing and closer to eight and a half when the ship makes more calls, typically stopping at Samos and sometimes Fourni or Ikaria along the way. Expect a full day or overnight at sea on a conventional car ferry.
Patmos is a Dodecanese island whose port and main settlement is Skala, with the hilltop Chora above it. From the harbour you look up at the fortified Monastery of St John the Theologian crowning the ridge, and the Cave of the Apocalypse lies on the road between the two. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has kept development unusually restrained for an island of its size and profile.
Sailings run a couple of times a week, so this is a route to plan around rather than take on spec. The current timetable and fares are listed below. Skala is well connected within the Dodecanese, with regular links on to Leros, Kalymnos, Kos and Rhodes.
Chios to Patmos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €37.00 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 | €37.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Chios 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 09:10 | 16:05 | 6h 55m | €37.00 | now to 2026-08-24 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 10:25 | 19:05 | 8h 40m | €37.00 | now to 2026-08-26 | Book the Diagoras 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.
Can you rent a car in Chios?
Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chios to Patmos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Patmos?
Ferries from Chios to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Wednesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 26 August 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chios to Patmos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Chios to Patmos (Skala) today. Departure time: 09:10.
How many ferries run from Chios to Patmos this week?
2 sailings from Chios to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chios to Patmos?
Scheduled departures from Chios to Patmos (Skala) leave at 09:10 and 10:25.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Patmos?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Patmos (Skala) takes 6h 55m and the slowest 8h 40m.
How much does the Chios to Patmos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Patmos (Skala) ferry start from €37.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chios to Patmos route?
The Chios to Patmos (Skala) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chios to Patmos ferry
- At smaller island ports, the quay surface can be cobblestone, wooden planking, or rough concrete – wheeled bags take a beating and can tip on uneven ground.
- Summer schedules are published by most operators in late March or April; check them as soon as they appear if you are planning a July or August trip.
- Onboard food prices are higher than onshore – if you are on a budget, bring sandwiches, fruit, and water from a supermarket 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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