Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki)
1h 30m to 1h 35m · 1 operator
Diafani to Chalki at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 08:00 and the latest is 13:35. The crossing takes between 1h 30m and 1h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
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
No published fares for this route yet.
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 | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 13:35 | 15:05 | 1h 30m | 2026-08-22 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 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 13:35 | 15:05 | 1h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 13:35 | 15:05 | 1h 30m | 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 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 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?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 08:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Saturday.
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.
What time is the first ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
Scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) leave at 08:00 and 13:35.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Chalki?
The fastest crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Chalki (Halki) takes 1h 30m and the slowest 1h 35m.
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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