Ferry from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete)
3h 30m · from €17.00 · 1 operator
Karpathos to Sitia at a glance
Ferries from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 16:30 and the latest is 21:15. The crossing takes 3h 30m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €17.00. There are sailings on Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Standard ticket | €17.00 | 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Karpathos to Sitia Route Map
The Karpathos to Sitia ferry sails 5 times a week during the summer, with reduced crossings in the winter.
Karpathos Sitia Ferries
The only way to travel from Karpathos to Sitia in Crete is by ferry. During the high season, you can expect 5 ferries a week, although they may not sail every day.
Outside of the peak summer months, there is a reduced ferry schedule for the Karpathos Sitia crossing. In the very low season, there may only be one Karpathos Sitia ferry a week.
Note that Karpathos has two ferry ports – the smaller Diafani Ferry Port, and the main Karpathos Town ferry port. Most travelers will want to take a ferry to Sitia from the main Karpathos Town Ferry Port.
For the latest timetables, prices, and to book a ferry ticket online, use: Ferryscanner
Karpathos To Sitia Ferry Operators
The ferry companies providing crossings from the Greek island of Karpathos to Sitia Crete change from year to year.
In 2023, Blue Star Ferries provided the bulk of the services, although at the beginning of the year, Aegeon Pelagos with their ship Prevelis also sailed the route.
Travel times for the ferry between Karpathos and Sitia vary according to the time of year and weather conditions. Blue Star Ferry crossings take around 3 hours and 40 minutes.
Check which ferry companies operate when you want to sail and buy ferry tickets at: Ferryscanner
Karpathos to Sitia Ferry Fares
Tickets from €17.00.
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 | €14.70 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €17.64 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €29.39 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €37.52 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Karpathos to Sitia 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 Chios conventional | 16:30 | 20:00 | 3h 30m | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 21:15 | 00:45 | 3h 30m | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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Hiring a car
Do you need a car in Sitia?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful here. Sitia sits about 130km, roughly two hours' drive, east of Heraklion, on the quieter side of Crete. A limited KTEL bus reaches the palm forest at Vai (28km) in summer, but a car gives easier access to Toplou Monastery and Sitia's beaches. Rental offices operate in Sitia town and at the small local airport; compare prices at Discover Cars.
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 Sitia between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 16:30 | 20:00 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-10 | 21:15 | 00:45 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-13 | 16:30 | 20:00 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-17 | 21:15 | 00:45 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Karpathos to Sitia?
Ferries from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Karpathos to Sitia today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 6 September 2026, at 16:30. Departures fall on Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Karpathos to Sitia this week?
2 sailings from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Karpathos to Sitia?
Scheduled departures from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) leave at 16:30 and 21:15.
How long is the ferry from Karpathos to Sitia?
The crossing from Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) takes 3h 30m.
How much does the Karpathos to Sitia ferry cost?
Published fares for the Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) ferry start from €17.00. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €14.70 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 Sitia route?
The Karpathos (Pigadia) to Sitia (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Karpathos to Sitia ferry
- For larger vessels and busy routes, aim to arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow time for vehicle loading queues.
- Overhead luggage racks on Greek ferries fill quickly; board early and stow your main bag first, then explore the vessel.
- In an emergency, follow crew instructions immediately; the muster stations are marked on deck plans posted in corridors and at cabin doors.
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