Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki)
1h 40m · from €9.00 · 1 operator
Diafani to Chalki at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled 3 times over the next 8 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:00 and the latest is 14:00. The crossing takes 1h 40m. 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 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €9.00 | 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 31 October 2026. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| 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 |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 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.
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 |
Weekly Diafani to Chalki 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 | Blue Star Chios conventional | 09:00 | 10:40 | 1h 40m | €9.00 | 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 14:00 | 15:40 | 1h 40m | €9.00 | 2026-10-24 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Diafani to Chalki between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-24 | 14:00 | 15:40 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 09:00 | 10:40 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-31 | 14:00 | 15:40 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diafani to Chalki?
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled 3 times over the next 8 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 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Diafani to Chalki today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) today. Departure time: 14:00.
How many ferries run from Diafani to Chalki this week?
2 sailings from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
Scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) leave at 09:00 and 14:00.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
The crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) takes 1h 40m.
How much does the Diafani to Chalki ferry cost?
Published fares for the Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) ferry start from €9.00 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 Diafani to Chalki route?
The Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) 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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