Ferry from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos)
3h 35m ยท 1 operator
Rhodes to Diafani at a glance
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 11:00 and the latest is 15:00. The crossing takes 3h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Rhodes to Diafani Route Map
Rhodes to Diafani is a southbound crossing of around three and a half hours, run by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Chios. It is a conventional car ferry on the long route down towards Karpathos, Kassos and Crete, and Diafani is the first Karpathos call. The service is worth booking ahead in season given how few sailings there are.
Diafani is a small fishing village on the northeast coast of Karpathos and one of the sleepiest ports in the Dodecanese. Its main function for travellers is as the way up to Olympos, the mountain village above it, which is known for its preserved traditional dress, dialect and windmills. The harbour itself is tiny and backed by pine-covered hills, and small boats also run down the coast to Karpathos Town.
There are only a couple of sailings a week here, so dates need checking rather than assuming. Current departures and fares are listed in the table below. Olympos is reached from Diafani by mountain road or on foot along the coastal trail, and the road connection south to Karpathos Town is a long, winding drive.
Rhodes to Diafani Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Rhodes to Diafani 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 Chios conventional | 11:00 | 14:35 | 3h 35m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 15:00 | 18:35 | 3h 35m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios 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 Diafani between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 15:00 | 18:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 11:00 | 14:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 15:00 | 18:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 11:00 | 14:35 | 3h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Diafani?
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Rhodes to Diafani today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 15:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Rhodes to Diafani this week?
2 sailings from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) 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 Diafani?
Scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) leave at 11:00 and 15:00.
How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Diafani?
The crossing from Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) takes 3h 35m.
Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes to Diafani route?
The Rhodes (Rodos) to Diafani (Karpathos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Rhodes to Diafani 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.
- Check the marine weather forecast for your crossing the evening before departure; the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) publishes forecasts for all sea areas.
- 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.
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