Ferry from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Kassos (Fry)

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

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.

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 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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