Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti)
10h 05m to 11h 55m · 1 operator
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo at a glance
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 00:50 and the latest is 23:05. The crossing takes between 10h 05m and 11h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Monday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo Route Map
Kalymnos to Megisti is a long haul down to Greece's easternmost inhabited island, operated by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Patmos. The crossing takes around eleven hours, calling at islands the length of the Dodecanese on the way south. It is effectively an overnight passage, so plan accordingly.
Megisti is the official name of Kastellorizo, a tiny island just off the Turkish coast near Kas. The port town wraps around a small bay in a horseshoe of pastel neoclassical houses, familiar to many from the film Mediterraneo, and the harbourfront tavernas are the centre of island life. The Blue Cave along the coast is the usual boat excursion.
Sailings run only a couple of times a fortnight, a reflection of how isolated the island is. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Most travellers reach Kastellorizo from Rhodes, which is far closer, or by short boat excursion from Kas in Turkey.
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Kalymnos to Kastellorizo 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 Patmos conventional | 00:50 | 11:45 | 10h 55m | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 00:50 | 11:35 | 10h 45m | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 01:20 | 11:25 | 10h 05m | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 01:40 | 13:20 | 11h 40m | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 23:05 | 11:00 | 11h 55m | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 00:50 | 11:45 | 10h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 00:50 | 11:35 | 10h 45m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 00:50 | 11:45 | 10h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 01:20 | 11:25 | 10h 05m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 23:05 | 11:00 | 11h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo?
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) today. Departure time: 00:50.
How many ferries run from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo this week?
2 sailings from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Mondays and Fridays.
What time is the first ferry from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo?
Scheduled departures from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) leave at 00:50, 01:20 and 23:05.
How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo?
The fastest crossing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) takes 10h 05m and the slowest 11h 55m.
Which ferry companies operate the Kalymnos to Kastellorizo route?
The Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kalymnos to Kastellorizo ferry
- If you plan to sleep on deck, bring a sleeping mat or extra layer beneath you – the metal deck gets cold overnight even in summer.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- A sleep mask is almost as important as earplugs – interior corridors and saloons are rarely fully dark on overnight ferries.
- Port kiosks and cafes are often the only food option before boarding – if you have dietary requirements, eat before you arrive.
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
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