Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Leros (Lakki)

Kalymnos to Leros is a short northbound hop in the Dodecanese, run by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star 2 and Blue Star Patmos. The crossing takes about an hour, sometimes a little more, and fares start around €8. These are the big conventional ships, so cars and motorbikes travel without difficulty.

These sailings dock at Lakki, the main port of Leros, which is striking for the 1930s Italian Art Deco buildings that line the harbour. The island itself is quiet and understated, with the hilltop Castle of Pandeli above the east coast and a pace noticeably slower than Kos or Patmos. Lakki is a few kilometres from the older town of Platanos and from the beach village of Agia Marina.

Sailings run a couple of times a week on this particular pairing. The current timetable and fares are listed in the tables below. The catamarans between Kalymnos and Agia Marina, the island's other port, run considerably more often and are worth checking alongside this route.

Kalymnos to Leros Ferry Fares

Weekly Kalymnos to Leros Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kalymnos to Leros between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kalymnos to Leros ferry

• On high-frequency short routes, check the timetable for the last sailing of the day – it can be surprisingly early on some less-visited islands.
• Wi-Fi is available on board many Greek ferries but is often slow and unreliable; download maps, podcasts, and entertainment before you board.
• Air conditioning inside Greek ferries can be set very cold, especially in summer – keep a light layer in your day bag even in hot weather.
• Short crossings are less affected by meltemi conditions than longer open-sea routes – but sheltered routes between close neighbours are calmer than fully exposed ones.

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