Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki
1h 35m to 1h 45m · from €9.00 · 1 operator
Diafani to Chalki at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 08:30 and the latest is 13:20. 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 Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 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 27 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Diafani to Chalki 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 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice 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 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times 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.
Diafani to Chalki Route Map
Diafani to Chalki is a crossing of around an hour and a half on the Blue Star Ferries service, worked by the Blue Star Chios as it heads north towards Rhodes. It is a conventional ferry rather than a fast boat, and Chalki is a short call on a longer route, so be ready to get off promptly. Deck seating is the obvious choice for a hop this length.
Chalki is a very small island just off the west coast of Rhodes, tranquil and undeveloped by comparison. Ferries berth at Emborio, essentially the island's only town, with pastel and neoclassical houses around the harbour. The population is tiny and the appeal is quiet beaches and a slow pace rather than sights.
Sailings run a couple of times a week in season. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Chalki's regular link is the short boat over to Kamiros Skala on Rhodes, which runs far more often and is the usual way off the island.
Weekly Diafani to Chalki 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 Diafani.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:30 | |
| 13:20 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 27 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:30, latest 13:20. 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 07:20, latest 13:20. 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 07:20, latest 13:20. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of the 27 days to 27 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:30, latest 13:20. Fastest crossing 1h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Diafani to Chalki 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 Diafani to Chalki between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November | 13:20 | 15:05 | 1h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 08:30 | 10:05 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 21 November | 13:20 | 15:05 | 1h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 08:30 | 10:05 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diafani to Chalki?
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Diafani to Chalki today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 November 2026, at 13:20. Departures fall on Tuesday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Diafani to Chalki this week?
2 sailings from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
The first ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki leaves at 08:30 and the last at 13:20.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
The fastest crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki takes 1h 35m and the slowest 1h 45m.
How much does the Diafani to Chalki ferry cost?
Published fares for the Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki 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 Diafani to Chalki route?
The Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Diafani to Chalki ferry
- Some operators offer promotional fares in spring and autumn to fill sailings – worth checking their websites directly if you are travelling outside peak season.
- If your booking allows free cancellation up to a certain date, set a calendar reminder a few days before that deadline in case your plans change.
- On frequent short routes, missing one sailing is rarely a disaster – the next ferry is usually not far behind.
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