Ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Agia Marina (Leros)

Patmos down to Agia Marina on Leros is one of the busiest short hops in the northern Dodecanese. On the Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans and the small local Patmos Star it takes about forty minutes to an hour; the SAOS boat Saonisos, which threads in the smaller islands on the way, can stretch it to two and a half hours. For most travellers it is a straightforward morning or afternoon crossing.

Agia Marina is the commercial and administrative centre of Leros, a working harbour rather than a resort quay. Around it are the Italian rationalist buildings left from the 1912 to 1943 administration, including the clocktower and the covered market. Leros itself is calm and unhurried compared with Kos or Patmos, with quiet beaches and a good deal of wartime and Italian-era history. Note that the island's larger ferries generally use Lakki, a few kilometres away, so check which port your onward boat leaves from.

With well over thirty sailings across a fortnight this runs at least a couple of times most days in season, which makes a day trip in either direction realistic. Current departures, vessels and fares are listed in the table below. Onward links from Leros reach Kalymnos, Kos and Rhodes, plus the small islands of Lipsi, Arki and Agathonissi.

Patmos to Agia Marina Ferry Fares

Weekly Patmos to Agia Marina 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

Do you need a car in Patmos?

Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Patmos to Agia Marina between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Patmos to Agia Marina ferry

• On a short hop to a small island, confirm there are facilities (cafes, water, shade) before you go if you plan to spend a full day there.
• When boarding is announced, move promptly – gangways can be crowded and ferries do occasionally depart a minute or two early once all vehicles are loaded.
• In autumn, the combination of warm sea and cooling air can produce dramatic storms – watch the forecast carefully for trips in October and November.
• Vehicle dimensions and weight affect your ferry fare; double-check the operator's measurement categories if you are driving an unusually large or heavy vehicle.
• Card payments are accepted at most onboard bars and cafeterias on modern ferries; older vessels may be cash-only – have some euros in your pocket.

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