Ferry from Lipsi to Arki

Lipsi to Arki is a short hop among the small islands north of Leros, taking about thirty-five minutes on the Dodekanisos Pride and up to an hour and a half on the slower local boats. Three operators run it, including the little Patmos Star and the SAOS Saonisos, and it functions as a local service rather than a tourist shuttle.

Arki is a very small island with a tiny resident population, a harbour lined with a few tavernas, and rooms that need booking ahead. There is no town in any meaningful sense, no bank and very little organised to do, which is the whole appeal for the people who come. Bring what you need and expect a slow few days.

The route runs most days across a fortnight in season, though timings move around with the wider small-island circuit and the weather. Current departures and fares are listed in the table below, starting around €22. Patmos and Leros are the practical bases for reaching Arki, and most people combine it with Agathonissi in the same trip.

Lipsi to Arki Ferry Fares

Weekly Lipsi to Arki Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Lipsi to Arki between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Lipsi to Arki ferry

• On routes operated by a single company, focus on choosing the right class of service rather than comparing operators.
• Shoes take up disproportionate space; one pair of sandals and one pair of walking shoes is sufficient for most island-hopping itineraries.
• The pet area on most ferries is outside, on the lower vehicle deck, which can be hot in summer – check the weather before booking a pet on a summer sailing.
• The eastern coast of islands (lee side) provides shelter from the meltemi; ports on the eastern shore of Mykonos, Naxos, and Paros are usually calmer.
• Quick-dry travel towels pack much smaller than conventional towels and are worth the investment if you are covering multiple islands.

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