Ferry from Lipsi to Rhodes (Rodos)

Lipsi is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the Dodecanese, and its harbour reflects that: a single quay, a handful of tavernas facing the water, and boats that tie up close enough to the village that you can walk everywhere within minutes of stepping off. Rhodes, at the other end of this route, is a different proposition altogether -- a large working port beneath the walls of the old town, with commercial traffic, hydrofoils and car ferries all sharing the same waterfront. The crossing between the two links a quiet, low-key island with the administrative and tourism hub of the southern Dodecanese, and it's used as much by islanders doing errands or visiting family as by travellers building a longer Dodecanese itinerary.

Most of the year you can count on a single sailing a day, with an extra departure appearing on the busiest weeks of summer. Check the schedule box above for the current confirmed dates and departure times before you plan around it.

Lipsi to Rhodes Ferry Fares

Weekly Lipsi to Rhodes 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

Is it worth hiring a car in Rhodes?

Worth it if you're staying more than a couple of days, since the island is large and its two bus companies (Roda in the west, KTEL in the east) don't make it easy to combine both coasts in a day. The port is a 10-minute walk from Rhodes Old Town, with paid parking nearby. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Lipsi to Rhodes between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Lipsi to Rhodes ferry

• Pets must be kept in the designated pet area and may not enter passenger saloons; bring a lead and any food or water your pet needs for the crossing.
• Medicines, including seasickness tablets and any prescription drugs, should always be in your day bag, not buried in hold luggage.
• The Beaufort scale is used on all official Greek weather and maritime forecasts; it is worth familiarising yourself with what each force number means in practice.
• On routes served by high-speed catamarans, all seats are assigned – choose seats towards the centre of the vessel for the smoothest ride in choppy conditions.
• Once you arrive in Rhodes, the medieval walled Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, with the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master as its centrepieces. Tsambika Beach on the east coast and the ancient hilltop site of Lindos are the island's other headline attractions.

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