Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos)
3h 25m to 3h 35m · 1 operator
Diafani to Rhodes at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 3h 25m and 3h 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 Rhodes Route Map
Diafani to Rhodes takes around three and a half hours with Blue Star Ferries aboard the Blue Star Chios, heading northeast from the top of Karpathos. Some sailings call at Chalki on the way. It is a conventional ferry with a restaurant, seating lounges and open deck, and the approach past Chalki and along the Rhodes coast is worth being outside for.
Rhodes is the largest island in the Dodecanese and the region's main hub, with a walled medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St John and listed by UNESCO. The commercial harbour is close enough to the walls to walk in, and Mandraki harbour, tied to the legend of the Colossus, is just to the north. Beyond the town there are beaches down both coasts and the usual resort infrastructure.
Sailings run around twice a week in season and are thin outside it. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Rhodes has an international airport and ferry links to the rest of the Dodecanese, Crete, Piraeus and Turkey, which makes it the obvious place to connect onwards from Karpathos.
Diafani to Rhodes Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Diafani to Rhodes 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 | 11:35 | 3h 35m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 13:35 | 17:00 | 3h 25m | 2026-08-22 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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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 Diafani to Rhodes between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 08:00 | 11:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 13:35 | 17:00 | 3h 25m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 08:00 | 11:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 13:35 | 17:00 | 3h 25m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diafani to Rhodes?
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 Rhodes today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 Rhodes this week?
2 sailings from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 Rhodes?
Scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) leave at 08:00 and 13:35.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Rhodes?
The fastest crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) takes 3h 25m and the slowest 3h 35m.
Which ferry companies operate the Diafani to Rhodes route?
The Diafani (Karpathos) to Rhodes (Rodos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Diafani to Rhodes ferry
- If you are travelling in winter, a compact rain jacket and a warm mid-layer are essential – the on-deck temperature can drop significantly on overnight crossings.
- Staff at the gangway will scan or check your ticket; have it ready before you reach the boarding point to keep the queue moving.
- If a ferry is cancelled due to weather, you are entitled to a full refund or rebooking on the next available sailing; go to the operator's port office immediately.
- Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
- 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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