Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Patmos (Skala)

Kalymnos and Patmos sit close together in the Dodecanese, and the crossing between them is one of the more straightforward island-hops in this part of the Aegean. Kalymnos is the sponge-diving island, all bare limestone ridges and a working harbour town; Patmos is quieter and more contemplative, built around the hill-top monastery and the cave where St John is said to have written Revelation. The ferry link between them has settled into a reliable year-round pattern, with operators filing each new season's timetable in stages rather than all at once, so it's worth checking the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates rather than assuming service stops once a printed timetable runs out.

Departures are spread fairly evenly through the year, with the busiest window falling across the summer months when island-hopping traffic through the Dodecanese peaks. Outside high season the route thins out but doesn't disappear -- for the exact number of sailings on any given day, the frequency shown above and the monthly table below are the figures to trust, since they're pulled from the live schedule rather than fixed in this text.

Kalymnos to Patmos Ferry Fares

Weekly Kalymnos to Patmos Ferry Schedule

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

Hiring a car

Do you need a car in Patmos?

Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kalymnos to Patmos between 6 September 2026 and 19 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kalymnos to Patmos ferry

• Book your ferry tickets as early as possible for July and August – cabins and vehicle spaces on popular routes sell out weeks in advance.
• The return trip on a day-trip short hop is usually the most crowded – the late afternoon ferry from a popular beach island fills fast in summer.
• Once you arrive in Patmos, the UNESCO-protected old town of Hora and the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian – built in the 11th century – dominate the hilltop above the port. The Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world.

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