Ferry from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia)
11h 30m to 11h 55m · from €27.00 · 1 operator
Kastellorizo to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 11:15 and the latest is 13:40. The crossing takes between 11h 30m and 11h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €27.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 January 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €27.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €27.00 | Book now |
| AB22 Cabin | €52.00 | Book now |
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 January 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kastellorizo to Kalymnos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in June (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 6 | 6 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 9 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Kastellorizo to Kalymnos Route Map
Megisti, better known as Kastellorizo, to Kalymnos is a long overnight-scale run of around eleven hours on Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Patmos. The ship works its way up the Dodecanese from Greece's easternmost island, calling at several ports along the way, so the time on board reflects the stops as much as the distance. It is a full conventional ferry with lounges, a bar and cabins, which makes the length manageable.
Kalymnos is the sponge-diving island, and ferries dock at Pothia, the capital on the south coast, a busy working harbour with sponge shops and factories close to the dock. The island is rugged and noticeably less touristed than neighbouring Kos, with a strong maritime identity. In recent decades it has become internationally known for rock climbing, and the limestone cliffs above Massouri draw climbers through spring and autumn.
The service runs a couple of times a week, so dates matter more than departure times on a route like this. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €27. Kalymnos has frequent short links to Kos, which has the nearest airport and far more onward ferry options.
Weekly Kastellorizo to Kalymnos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kastellorizo.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 11:15 | |
| 13:40 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 29 January 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 6 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:15, latest 13:40. Fastest crossing 11h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:15, latest 13:40. Fastest crossing 11h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of the 29 days to 29 January, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 11:15, latest 13:40. Fastest crossing 11h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Kastellorizo to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €27.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €27.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €71.00 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €84.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €85.50 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €90.50 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €108.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €27.00 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 13:40 | 01:10 next day | 11h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 11:15 | 23:10 | 11h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 13:40 | 01:10 next day | 11h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 23 November | 11:15 | 23:10 | 11h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 January 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. Departure time: 13:40.
How many ferries run from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos this week?
2 sailings from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos?
The first ferry from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) leaves at 11:15 and the last at 13:40.
How long is the ferry from Kastellorizo to Kalymnos?
The fastest crossing from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 11h 30m and the slowest 11h 55m.
How much does the Kastellorizo to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €27.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €52.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kastellorizo to Kalymnos route?
The Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kastellorizo to Kalymnos ferry
- The school summer holidays begin in mid-June and domestic travel volumes rise sharply; prices and demand increase from this point.
- Most island ports are within walking distance of the main village or town – a 5–10 minute walk with luggage is usually manageable.
- Check the Poseidon sea state forecast (hcmr.gr) for detailed wave height and period forecasts across all Greek sea areas.
- In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.
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