Ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Arki
20m to 50m · from €16.00 · 4 operators
Patmos to Arki at a glance
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Arki are scheduled 15 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 09:00 and the latest is 16:20. The crossing takes between 20m and 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 4 operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways, Patmos Star Shipping Company and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 October 2026.
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| High-speed vessel | €16.00 | 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 26 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Patmos to Arki Route Map
Patmos to Arki is a short local hop, taking anywhere from twenty minutes to under an hour depending on the boat. Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries and the small local vessel Patmos Star all cover it, and the smaller boats often call at Lipsi or Marathi on the way. It is a genuinely small scale operation and the sea state matters more than usual.
Arki is a tiny island north of Patmos with a permanent population in the low dozens and a single small harbour settlement. There are a few tavernas with rooms above them, sheltered coves reached on foot, and nothing else. Bring cash and anything you would be unwilling to do without.
The route runs roughly daily in season and much less often outside it. The live timetable and fares are shown in the table below, and it is worth checking the return before you sail. Most visitors treat Arki as a day trip from Patmos or combine it with Lipsi.
Patmos to Arki Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €16.00 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €16.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Patmos to Arki 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patmos Star Shipping Company | Patmos Star conventional | 09:00 | 09:50 | 50m | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Patmos Star sailing | ||
| Leros Seaways | Leros Express local boat | 09:20 | 10:00 | 40m | now to 2026-08-27 | Book the Leros Express sailing | ||
| Leros Seaways | Leros Express local boat | 09:20 | 10:00 | 40m | now to 2026-08-29 | Book the Leros Express sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | 2026-08-24 to 2026-08-24 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | 2026-08-25 to 2026-08-30 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | 2026-08-31 to 2026-09-13 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 14:30 | 14:50 | 20m | €16.00 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 14:35 | 14:55 | 20m | €16.00 | now to 2026-10-24 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 16:20 | 16:40 | 20m | €16.00 | now to 2026-09-24 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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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 Arki between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 09:00 | 09:50 | 50m | Patmos Star | Patmos Star Shipping Company |
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 09:20 | 10:00 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 16:20 | 16:40 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 09:20 | 10:00 | 40m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 14:35 | 14:55 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 09:00 | 09:50 | 50m | Patmos Star | Patmos Star Shipping Company |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 16:20 | 16:40 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 14:35 | 14:55 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 09:30 | 10:10 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Patmos to Arki?
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Arki are scheduled 15 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 26 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Patmos to Arki today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Patmos (Skala) to Arki today. Departure times: 09:00 and 09:30.
How many ferries run from Patmos to Arki this week?
9 sailings from Patmos (Skala) to Arki are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Mondays.
What time is the first ferry from Patmos to Arki?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Arki usually leaves at 09:30. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:00 to 16:20.
How long is the ferry from Patmos to Arki?
The fastest crossing from Patmos (Skala) to Arki takes 20m and the slowest 50m. On this route conventional ferries take 40m to 50m, high-speed vessels take 20m and local boats take 40m.
How much does the Patmos to Arki ferry cost?
Published fares for the Patmos (Skala) to Arki ferry start from €16.00 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 Patmos to Arki route?
The Patmos (Skala) to Arki route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways, Patmos Star Shipping Company and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries, high-speed vessels and local boats.
Tips for the Patmos to Arki ferry
- On catamaran services, lower deck seats tend to be calmer in rough seas but can feel enclosed; upper deck seats offer more natural light and better views.
- Confirmation emails sometimes contain a QR code for faster boarding – screenshotting this and zooming in before you reach the scanner saves time at the gate.
- Keep your passport, wallet, and phone in a small bag you keep with you at all times, not in your main luggage stowed in the overhead rack.
- Day-trip short hops are popular on summer Saturdays and Sundays; these sailings can be more crowded with Greek day-trippers than weekday departures.
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