Ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Rhodes (Rodos)

The Blue Star Chios connects Sitia in eastern Crete with Rhodes in around eight to eight and a half hours, calling at Kasos, 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.

Weekly Sitia to Rhodes Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Sitia.

Sitia to Rhodes Ferry Fares

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 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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