Ferry from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos)
2h 20m to 4h 55m · from €15.00 · 3 operators
Kastellorizo to Rhodes at a glance
Ferries from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled 9 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 07:25 and the latest is 15:20. The crossing takes between 2h 20m and 4h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €15.00 on a conventional ferry and from €39.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 August 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €15.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €39.00 | 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 31 August 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kastellorizo to Rhodes Route Map
Megisti to Rhodes is the main lifeline for Kastellorizo, taking anywhere from about two and a half hours on the Dodekanisos Pride catamaran to closer to five on the conventional ships. Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries all work the route with the Blue Star Patmos, the Dodekanisos Pride and the Stavros. The crossing runs west along the Turkish coast and is open water throughout.
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese and a major destination in its own right, with a UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St John. Ferries use the commercial harbour beside the walls, with the Mandraki harbour, long associated with the legend of the Colossus, just along the waterfront. Beyond the Old Town there are beaches down both coasts and a full range of accommodation and nightlife.
This is the most frequent route off Kastellorizo, running roughly daily across the operators in season, which makes it the practical way on and off the island. Current days, times and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €15. Rhodes has an international airport and ferry links to the rest of the Dodecanese, Crete, Piraeus and Turkey.
Kastellorizo to Rhodes Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €15.00 on a conventional ferry and from €39.00 on a high-speed vessel. 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 | €15.00 | SAOS Ferries | Stavros |
| High-speed vessel | €39.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Kastellorizo to Rhodes 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 07:25 | 09:50 | 2h 25m | €39.00 | 2027-05-12 to 2027-08-25 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 11:15 | 14:45 | 3h 30m | €17.50 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 11:45 | 14:40 | 2h 55m | €17.50 | 2026-09-18 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Stavros conventional | 12:05 | 17:00 | 4h 55m | €15.00 | now to 2026-09-13 | Book the Stavros sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 13:40 | 17:00 | 3h 20m | €17.50 | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:20 | 17:40 | 2h 20m | €39.00 | 2027-05-11 to 2027-08-31 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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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 Kastellorizo to Rhodes between 13 September 2026 and 26 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-09-13 | 12:05 | 17:00 | 4h 55m | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-09-14 | 11:15 | 14:45 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-15 | 15:20 | 17:40 | 2h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Wed 2026-09-16 | 07:25 | 09:50 | 2h 25m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-09-18 | 11:45 | 14:40 | 2h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-09-21 | 11:15 | 14:45 | 3h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-22 | 15:20 | 17:40 | 2h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Wed 2026-09-23 | 07:25 | 09:50 | 2h 25m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-09-25 | 11:45 | 14:40 | 2h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kastellorizo to Rhodes?
Ferries from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled 9 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 August 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kastellorizo to Rhodes today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) today. Departure time: 12:05.
How many ferries run from Kastellorizo to Rhodes this week?
5 sailings from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kastellorizo to Rhodes?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) usually leaves at 11:45. Across the published schedule departure times range from 07:25 to 15:20.
How long is the ferry from Kastellorizo to Rhodes?
The fastest crossing from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) takes 2h 20m and the slowest 4h 55m. On this route conventional ferries take 2h 55m to 4h 55m and high-speed vessels take 2h 20m to 2h 25m.
How much does the Kastellorizo to Rhodes ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) ferry start from €15.00 on a conventional ferry and from €39.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kastellorizo to Rhodes route?
The Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Kastellorizo to Rhodes ferry
- Children's fares typically apply up to a certain age; above that they are charged the adult rate – enter accurate dates of birth when booking.
- If you need to change your ticket, it is usually cheaper to do so online than at the port ticket office, where a handling fee may apply.
- Fresh air almost always helps with sea sickness – going outside on deck and looking at the horizon is more effective than staying in an enclosed saloon.
- 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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