Ferry from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry)
1h 15m · from €7.35 · 2 operators
Karpathos to Kassos at a glance
Ferries from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 7 times over the next 7 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 09:45 and the latest is 21:00. The crossing takes 1h 15m. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Manousos Georgios Shipping. Published fares start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry and from €7.35 on a local boat. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| Local boat | €7.35 | Book now |
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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Karpathos to Kassos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (about 2 a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 32 | 24 of 31 | about one a day |
| November 2025 | 25 | 21 of 30 | about one a day |
| December 2025 | 30 | 23 of 31 | about one a day |
| January 2026 | 29 | 21 of 31 | about one a day |
| February 2026 | 26 | 19 of 28 | about one a day |
| March 2026 | 30 | 21 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 30 | 23 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 37 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 47 | 29 of 30 | 1 or 2 a day |
| July 2026 | 48 | 30 of 31 | 1 or 2 a day |
| August 2026 | 54 | 31 of 31 | about 2 a day |
| September 2026 | 53 | 30 of 30 | about 2 a day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Karpathos to Kassos Route Map
Karpathos to Kassos is a short crossing of around an hour and a quarter, covered both by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Chios on its longer route and by Manousos Georgios Shipping with the small local boat Kasos Princess. The Kasos Princess is a modest vessel and the run can be lively when the meltemi is up, so time it sensibly if you are prone to seasickness. Otherwise it is a straightforward hop between neighbouring islands.
Kassos is a small, remote island south of Karpathos, one of the least visited in Greece, with minimal tourism infrastructure and a quiet, rather barren character. The main port and capital is Fry, on the north coast. People come for genuine off-grid island life, the caves at Ellinokamara and Selai, and as a stop on the way between Karpathos and Crete.
Between the two operators this is the busiest link Kassos has, with sailings on most days in season. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. Kassos also connects to Sitia and Heraklio on Crete, which makes it a workable stepping stone rather than a dead end.
Karpathos to Kassos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.50 on a conventional ferry and from €7.35 on a local boat. 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 | €7.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
| Local boat | €7.35 | Manousos Georgios Shipping | Kasos Princess |
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €6.43 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €7.71 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €12.86 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €19.34 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Karpathos to Kassos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manousos Georgios Shipping | Kasos Princess local boat | 09:45 | 11:00 | 1h 15m | €7.35 | 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Kasos Princess sailing | |
| Manousos Georgios Shipping | Kasos Princess local boat | 13:30 | 14:45 | 1h 15m | €7.35 | 2026-10-12 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Kasos Princess sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 14:50 | 16:05 | 1h 15m | €7.50 | 2026-10-18 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Manousos Georgios Shipping | Kasos Princess local boat | 18:45 | 20:00 | 1h 15m | €7.35 | 2026-10-14 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Kasos Princess sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 19:30 | 20:45 | 1h 15m | €7.50 | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 21:00 | 22:15 | 1h 15m | €7.50 | 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Karpathos?
Yes, with desks in Pigadia near the port. It's worth it if you're staying several days: the drive north to Olympos, about 58km, runs along narrow, winding cliff roads that can turn genuinely windy, and buses only cover the main routes. For a short stay, buses and boat trips to the beaches are enough. Compare hire options at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Karpathos to Kassos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 14:50 | 16:05 | 1h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-26 | 13:30 | 14:45 | 1h 15m | Kasos Princess | Manousos Georgios Shipping |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 21:00 | 22:15 | 1h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 09:45 | 11:00 | 1h 15m | Kasos Princess | Manousos Georgios Shipping |
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 18:45 | 20:00 | 1h 15m | Kasos Princess | Manousos Georgios Shipping |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 19:30 | 20:45 | 1h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 13:30 | 14:45 | 1h 15m | Kasos Princess | Manousos Georgios Shipping |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Karpathos to Kassos?
Ferries from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 7 times over the next 7 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 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 Karpathos to Kassos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 14:50. Departures fall on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Karpathos to Kassos this week?
7 sailings from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Wednesdays.
What time is the first ferry from Karpathos to Kassos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) usually leaves at 14:50. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:45 to 21:00.
How long is the ferry from Karpathos to Kassos?
The crossing from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) takes 1h 15m. On this route conventional ferries take 1h 15m and local boats take 1h 15m.
How much does the Karpathos to Kassos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) ferry start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry and from €7.35 on a local boat. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €6.43 net of VAT and port dues. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Karpathos to Kassos route?
The Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Manousos Georgios Shipping. Crossings run on conventional ferries and local boats.
Tips for the Karpathos to Kassos ferry
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- Confirmation emails sometimes contain a QR code for faster boarding – screenshotting this and zooming in before you reach the scanner saves time at the gate.
- Short-hop vessels are often smaller and more susceptible to even minor chop – take seasickness precautions on exposed short routes if you are at all sensitive.
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