Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Lipsi

Kalymnos and Lipsi lie close together in the Dodecanese, and the crossing between them is one of the shorter, more straightforward inter-island hops in this part of the Aegean. Three companies share the route, running everything from quick catamarans to slower conventional ferries, so you can pick a sailing to suit your schedule rather than build your day around a single departure. New sailings keep being added to the timetable as the season progresses, so don't assume the route stops once the currently published dates run out -- check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates before you book.

Departures are thin on the ground outside the main season and pick up noticeably once summer arrives, when it becomes far easier to find a crossing that lines up with your plans. For the day-by-day detail rather than a seasonal average, use the monthly table below together with the booking links above.

Kalymnos to Lipsi Ferry Fares

Weekly Kalymnos to Lipsi 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 Lipsi between 15 October 2026 and 28 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kalymnos to Lipsi ferry

• Wind on open deck is a reliable form of air conditioning in summer – many Greeks head straight to the deck rather than the air-conditioned saloon.
• Keep your passport, wallet, and phone in a small bag you keep with you at all times, not in your main luggage stowed in the overhead rack.
• On a short hop to a small island, confirm there are facilities (cafes, water, shade) before you go if you plan to spend a full day there.
• Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.

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