Ferry from Kassos (Fry) to Karpathos (Pigadia)

There is at least one Kasos to Karpathos ferry per day during the summer, and a couple of times a week, more than one ferry.

Kasos Karpathos Ferry Route

Kasos and Karpathos are neighbouring islands in the Dodecanese island group. As a result, there are regular ferries sailing from Kasos to Karpathos every day of the week during the summer months.

The ferry companies which operate crossings from Kasos to Karpathos include Blue Star Ferries and the Kasos Princess.

People traveling with vehicles should be aware that the Kasos Princess is a passenger only ferry. Blue Star Ferries provide a large conventional ferry that can take passengers and vehicles between the two islands.

You can look at the latest timetables and prices for the ferry from Kasos to Karpathos at: Ferryscanner

Kasos to Karpathos Travel Times And Info

The average sailing time for ferries sailing between Kasos and Karpathos is around 1 hour.

All ferries depart Kasos from the ferry port town of Fry (also written Fri). This is not a busy port at all, and so you only really need to be there 20 minutes or so before departure.

Note that the Kasos Princess may depart from a different area than the Blue Star Ferries vessels at Kasos ferry port.

Although Karpathos has two ferry ports, all ferries arrive at the main Karpathos town ferry port first. Only a few carry on to Diafani port in the north of the island – It’s important that you book tickets for, and get off at the correct ferry port!

As with all of Greece, ferry companies operate more crossings in the summer than in the off season.

Check the latest ferry crossing schedules and buy tickets for the Kasos Karpathos ferry trip at: Ferryscanner

Kassos to Karpathos Ferry Fares

Weekly Kassos to Karpathos 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 Kassos to Karpathos between 15 October 2026 and 28 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kassos to Karpathos ferry

• Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
• If you are travelling with large or heavy bags, load them onto the vessel first and then find your seat, rather than struggling through corridors with luggage in tow.
• On a rough crossing, the best strategy is to fix your gaze on the horizon, breathe slowly, and avoid reading or looking at screens.
• Once you arrive in Karpathos, you'll find an unspoiled island with an extensive network of around 50 hiking routes crossing rugged mountains and remote villages. The northern village of Olympos, perched on a clifftop ridge, is one of the most striking traditional settlements in the Dodecanese.

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