Ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos)
8h to 9h 40m · from €25.50 · 1 operator
Sitia to Rhodes at a glance
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 05:30 and the latest is 08:20. The crossing takes between 8h and 9h 40m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €25.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €25.50 | 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 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Sitia to Rhodes through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 9 | 9 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| June 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 11 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 11 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Sitia to Rhodes Route Map
The Blue Star Chios connects Sitia in eastern Crete with Rhodes in around eight to eight and a half hours, calling at Kassos, Karpathos and often Chalki along the way. It is a conventional ferry with cabins and seating lounges, and the crossing threads through some of the emptiest water in the Aegean.
Rhodes is the largest island of the Dodecanese and a major destination in its own right. The medieval Old Town, built by the Knights of St John and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, sits directly behind the commercial harbour, with the Mandraki harbour and its associations with the Colossus alongside. Outside the town there are long resort beaches down both coasts and a hilly, wooded interior.
Sailings run a couple of times a week and cluster around the wider Dodecanese timetable. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below. From Rhodes you can continue north through the Dodecanese, on to Piraeus, or across to the Turkish coast.
Sitia to Rhodes Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €25.50 on a conventional ferry. 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 | €25.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
Weekly Sitia to Rhodes 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 | 05:30 | 14:00 | 8h 30m | €25.50 | 2026-10-08 to 2026-10-15 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | €25.50 | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 08:20 | 18:00 | 9h 40m | €25.50 | 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-17 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 08:30 | 17:00 | 8h 30m | €25.50 | 2026-10-24 to 2026-10-31 | 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.
Do you need a car in Sitia?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful here. Sitia sits about 130km, roughly two hours' drive, east of Heraklion, on the quieter side of Crete. A limited KTEL bus reaches the palm forest at Vai (28km) in summer, but a car gives easier access to Toplou Monastery and Sitia's beaches. Rental offices operate in Sitia town and at the small local airport; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Sitia to Rhodes between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 08:20 | 18:00 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-15 | 05:30 | 14:00 | 8h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-17 | 08:20 | 18:00 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-22 | 07:00 | 15:00 | 8h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sitia to Rhodes?
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sitia to Rhodes today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) today. Departure time: 08:20.
How many ferries run from Sitia to Rhodes this week?
2 sailings from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Sitia to Rhodes?
Scheduled departures from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) leave at 05:30, 07:00 and 08:20.
How long is the ferry from Sitia to Rhodes?
The fastest crossing from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) takes 8h and the slowest 9h 40m.
How much does the Sitia to Rhodes ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) ferry start from €25.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Sitia to Rhodes route?
The Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sitia to Rhodes ferry
- 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.
- Group discounts are available on some operators for parties of six or more – contact the operator directly if you cannot see a group rate online.
- Port areas in Greek islands are compact but busy on arrival; have your onward transport or accommodation address noted so you can move quickly.
- Once you arrive in Rhodes, the medieval walled Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, with the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master as its centrepieces. Tsambika Beach on the east coast and the ancient hilltop site of Lindos are the island's other headline attractions.
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