Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus)
10h 50m to 11h 35m · from €60.00 · 1 operator
Kalymnos to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 21:35 and the latest is 23:40. The crossing takes between 10h 50m and 11h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €76.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €76.50 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kalymnos to Piraeus Route Map
Kalymnos to Piraeus is the long trunk route back to Athens, worked by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star 2 and Blue Star Patmos. The crossing takes around eleven to eleven and a half hours depending on the calls made along the way, and most departures are timed to run overnight. Fares start around sixty euros, with cabins available on the longer sailings.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre, and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. It is a sprawling place with numbered gates from E1 to E12, so check which gate you are arriving at before working out your onward move. The metro terminus connects directly to central Athens, and the harbour area has the archaeological museum and the Mikrolimano marina nearby.
Sailings run most days across the season, so there is usually something running within a day of when you want to travel. The current timetable and fares are shown in the tables below. From Piraeus you can connect onward to the Cyclades, Crete and the Saronic islands, or take the metro straight into the city.
Kalymnos to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €76.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €76.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 |
Weekly Kalymnos to Piraeus 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 | 01:35 | 12:00 | 10h 25m | €76.50 | 2026-10-03 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | €76.50 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | €76.50 | 2026-09-13 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 22:50 | 09:45 | 10h 55m | €76.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 23:00 | 10:35 | 11h 35m | €76.50 | now to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 23:35 | 11:00 | 11h 25m | €76.50 | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 23:40 | 10:40 | 11h | €76.50 | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Piraeus?
Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kalymnos to Piraeus between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 23:40 | 10:40 | 11h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 23:00 | 10:35 | 11h 35m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 23:35 | 11:00 | 11h 25m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 23:40 | 10:40 | 11h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 23:00 | 10:35 | 11h 35m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 22:50 | 09:45 | 10h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 21:35 | 08:25 | 10h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kalymnos to Piraeus?
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. 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 Kalymnos to Piraeus today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) today. Departure time: 23:40.
How many ferries run from Kalymnos to Piraeus this week?
5 sailings from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kalymnos to Piraeus?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) usually leaves at 23:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 21:35 to 23:40.
How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) takes 10h 50m and the slowest 11h 35m.
How much does the Kalymnos to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €76.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kalymnos to Piraeus route?
The Kalymnos (Pothia) to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kalymnos to Piraeus ferry
- Most ferries have a small play area or supervised children's zone on larger vessels; ask crew on boarding if you are travelling with very young children.
- Never put valuables (passport, wallet, phone, camera, medication) in your main luggage – keep them in your day bag on your person at all times.
- Ferries from Piraeus depart from the main port of Athens, giving easy access to the Acropolis, the world-class Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora. The historic Plaka neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis hill, with its neoclassical lanes, Roman ruins, and traditional tavernas, is the most atmospheric place to spend time before or after your crossing.
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