Ferry from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos)
2h 30m to 3h 45m · from €10.50 · 2 operators
Nisyros to Symi at a glance
Ferries from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 03:25 and the latest is 09:10. The crossing takes between 2h 30m and 3h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €10.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 6 May 2027.
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| Conventional ferry | €10.50 | Book now |
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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 6 May 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Nisyros to Symi Route Map
Nisyros to Symi takes between about two and three quarter hours and three and three quarter hours depending on the ship and its calls. Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries run the route with conventional vessels including Blue Star Patmos, Saonisos and Stavros. It is a southeastern run through the Dodecanese, generally with a stop or two along the way.
Symi's harbour is one of the great arrivals in Greece, with tiers of pastel Italianate mansions climbing the hillsides above the bay, built on the wealth of the sponge trade. The town is compact and walkable, with seafood tavernas along the waterfront. On the island's southern side, the monastery at Panormitis is a separate port call and a major draw in its own right.
Sailings run several times a week in season. Current departure times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €10.50. Symi is very well connected to Rhodes, so routing via Rhodes is the usual alternative when direct sailings do not line up.
Nisyros to Symi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.50 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 | €10.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Nisyros to Symi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 01:50 | 04:40 | 2h 50m | €10.50 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 03:25 | 06:10 | 2h 45m | €10.50 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 03:30 | 06:15 | 2h 45m | €10.50 | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 03:45 | 06:15 | 2h 30m | €10.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 04:30 | 07:30 | 3h | €10.50 | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Stavros conventional | 09:10 | 12:45 | 3h 35m | now to 2026-09-08 | Book the Stavros sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 09:10 | 12:55 | 3h 45m | now to 2026-09-09 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:05 | 15:30 | 2h 25m | 2026-11-10 to 2027-03-30 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 13:10 | 15:35 | 2h 25m | 2026-10-13 to 2026-11-03 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:10 | 15:35 | 2h 25m | 2026-10-15 to 2027-05-06 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 13:10 | 15:35 | 2h 25m | 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-05 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:10 | 15:35 | 2h 25m | 2027-04-06 to 2027-05-04 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Nisyros to Symi between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 03:25 | 06:10 | 2h 45m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 09:10 | 12:45 | 3h 35m | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 09:10 | 12:55 | 3h 45m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 03:30 | 06:15 | 2h 45m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 03:25 | 06:10 | 2h 45m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 09:10 | 12:45 | 3h 35m | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 09:10 | 12:55 | 3h 45m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 03:45 | 06:15 | 2h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Nisyros to Symi?
Ferries from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Nisyros to Symi today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) today. Departure time: 03:25.
How many ferries run from Nisyros to Symi this week?
4 sailings from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Nisyros to Symi?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) usually leaves at 09:10. Across the published schedule departure times range from 03:25 to 09:10.
How long is the ferry from Nisyros to Symi?
The fastest crossing from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) takes 2h 30m and the slowest 3h 45m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 2h 30m to 2h 45m and SAOS Ferries 3h 35m to 3h 45m.
How much does the Nisyros to Symi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) ferry start from €10.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Nisyros to Symi route?
The Nisyros (Mandraki) to Symi (Gialos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Nisyros to Symi ferry
- On a sunny day, the sheltered lee side of the vessel (the side facing away from the wind) is the most comfortable spot on the outer deck.
- If your crossing is rough and you have children who feel unwell, the best remedy is fresh air on the lee side of the deck and a light ginger biscuit.
- On high-speed catamarans, seating is assigned; on conventional ferries it is often open plan – boarding early gives you the best choice of seats.
- Wi-Fi is available on board many Greek ferries but is often slow and unreliable; download maps, podcasts, and entertainment before you board.
- In Symi, the neoclassical mansions in shades of ochre, terracotta, and gold rising above the harbour of Gialos form one of the most striking port scenes in the Dodecanese. St Georges Bay on the island's east coast offers some of the best swimming in the area, and the island is a short ferry ride from Rhodes.
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