Ferry from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea
4h to 10h · from €21.00 · 2 operators
Rhodes to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 08:00 and the latest is 16:00. The crossing takes between 4h and 10h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry and from €49.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €21.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €49.00 | 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 26 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Rhodes to Astypalea Route Map
The Rhodes to Astypalea ferry route links one of the Aegean’s most visited islands with one of its most rewarding escapes. Astypalea sits at the western edge of the Dodecanese, butterfly-shaped and unhurried, and the ferry from Rhodes is your gateway to it. The route runs from March through to October, making it a genuine seasonal connection rather than a year-round one.
During the season you can expect around one ferry per day, though sailing days are limited — currently Monday and Thursday — so timing your trip to fit the schedule is essential.
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Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €21.50 on a conventional ferry and from €49.00 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 | €21.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel | €49.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Rhodes to Astypalea 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 | 08:00 | 12:00 | 4h | €49.00 | now to 2026-09-24 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 16:00 | 02:00 | 10h | €21.50 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos 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 Rhodes to Astypalea between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-09-07 | 16:00 | 02:00 | 10h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-10 | 08:00 | 12:00 | 4h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 2026-09-14 | 16:00 | 02:00 | 10h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-17 | 08:00 | 12:00 | 4h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Astypalea?
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Thursday. 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 Rhodes to Astypalea today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 7 September 2026, at 16:00. Departures fall on Monday and Thursday.
How many ferries run from Rhodes to Astypalea this week?
2 sailings from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Rhodes to Astypalea?
Scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea leave at 08:00 and 16:00.
How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Astypalea?
The fastest crossing from Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea takes 4h and the slowest 10h. On this route conventional ferries take 10h and high-speed vessels take 4h.
How much does the Rhodes to Astypalea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea ferry start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry and from €49.00 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 Rhodes to Astypalea route?
The Rhodes (Rodos) to Astypalea route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Rhodes to Astypalea ferry
- Rhodes has two separate ferry ports: large car ferries such as Blue Star Ferries use Akandia, while Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans and small boats to Symi depart from Kolona, just outside the Old Town walls – check your ticket for the correct one.
- Akandia port is roughly a 20-minute walk from the Old Town and has no shelter, seating or toilets while you wait, so it is more comfortable to wait in town and take a taxi straight to your ferry.
- Arrive at least one hour before departure to allow time to check in, since boarding for ferries from Rhodes typically closes around 20 minutes before the scheduled sailing time.
- If you are booking for a large group, call the operator or use their group booking form – online booking systems sometimes cap the number of tickets per transaction.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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