Ferry from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry)
5h 30m to 6h 45m · 1 operator
Rhodes to Kassos at a glance
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 11:00 and the latest is 17:00. The crossing takes between 5h 30m and 6h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Rhodes to Kassos Route Map
Rhodes to Kassos is a long southwesterly crossing, taking between five and a half and nearly seven hours with Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Chios. The ship calls at Karpathos on the way, which accounts for most of the variation in timing. This is the conventional route that continues on to Sitia and Heraklio in Crete.
Kassos is a small, largely barren island south of Karpathos and one of the least visited in Greece, with minimal tourism infrastructure. The port and capital is Fry, on the north coast, a low-key harbour village where most of the island's life is concentrated. People come for genuine off-grid island days, the caves at Ellinokamara and Selai, or simply because it sits on the way between Karpathos and Crete.
There are a few sailings a fortnight, so this is a route to plan around rather than improvise. Current departures, durations and fares are shown in the table below. Kassos is also served on the same route from the Crete end, which is worth considering if you are travelling in that direction.
Rhodes to Kassos Ferry Fares
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €19.11 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €22.93 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €38.21 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €60.80 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Rhodes to Kassos 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 | 17:45 | 6h 45m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 15:00 | 21:15 | 6h 15m | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 17:00 | 22:30 | 5h 30m | 2026-08-20 to 2026-10-29 | 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 Kassos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 15:00 | 21:15 | 6h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 17:00 | 22:30 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 11:00 | 17:45 | 6h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 15:00 | 21:15 | 6h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 17:00 | 22:30 | 5h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 11:00 | 17:45 | 6h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Kassos?
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, roughly 3 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Rhodes to Kassos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 15:00. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Rhodes to Kassos this week?
3 sailings from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) 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 Kassos?
Scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) leave at 11:00, 15:00 and 17:00.
How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Kassos?
The fastest crossing from Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) takes 5h 30m and the slowest 6h 45m.
Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes to Kassos route?
The Rhodes (Rodos) to Kassos (Fry) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Rhodes to Kassos 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 need to change your ticket, it is usually cheaper to do so online than at the port ticket office, where a handling fee may apply.
- A 40-litre backpack is the ideal size for island-hopping: large enough for two weeks' clothing, small enough to carry without difficulty.
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