Ferry from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia)
6h 50m · from €60.00 · 2 operators
Syros to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. Departures in that window are at 22:15. The crossing takes 6h 50m. The route is served by 2 operators: Anek-Superfast Joint Venture and Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €60.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 18 December 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €60.00 | 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 18 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Syros to Kalymnos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in October (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 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| December 2025 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| September 2026 | 9 | 9 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.
Syros to Kalymnos Route Map
Syros to Kalymnos runs across from the Cyclades into the Dodecanese on the Blue Star 2, and the journey takes anywhere from just over four hours to nearly seven depending on the calls made on the way. It is a full-size conventional ferry with cabins, a bar and plenty of outside deck, which suits a crossing of this length. Sailings often run overnight or in the early hours, so check what time you are actually arriving.
Kalymnos is best known for sponge diving and, more recently, as an internationally recognised rock-climbing destination. The ferry berths at Pothia, the capital on the south coast, a working harbour town with sponge shops along the waterfront and a genuinely local feel. It is rugged and considerably less touristed than neighbouring Kos.
The service runs a couple of times a week, so it pays to fit it into your dates rather than the other way round; the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €60. If the timing does not work, Kos is better served and there are frequent short crossings from there to Kalymnos.
Syros to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €60.00 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 | €60.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 |
Weekly Syros to Kalymnos 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 2 conventional | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | €60.00 | 2026-11-04 to 2026-12-18 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Anek-Superfast Joint Venture | Superfast Xi | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | €60.00 | 2026-10-21 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Superfast Xi sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Syros to Kalymnos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 2026-10-28 | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | Superfast Xi | Anek-Superfast Joint Venture |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | Superfast Xi | Anek-Superfast Joint Venture |
| Wed 2026-11-04 | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-11-06 | 22:15 | 05:05 | 6h 50m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 18 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Syros to Kalymnos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 28 October 2026, at 22:15. Departures fall on Wednesday and Friday.
How many ferries run from Syros to Kalymnos this week?
2 sailings from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Kalymnos?
Scheduled departures from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) leave at 22:15.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Kalymnos?
The crossing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 6h 50m.
How much does the Syros to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €60.00 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 Syros to Kalymnos route?
The Syros (Ermoupoli) to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by Anek-Superfast Joint Venture and Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Syros to Kalymnos ferry
- The ferry quay sits right in Ermoupoli town centre, close to hotels, cafés and the bus station, so you can walk to most accommodation. In peak summer, arrive at least an hour early, or 60–90 minutes if you're bringing a car.
- There's no single ferry ticket office at the port – tickets are issued by several independent travel agencies clustered near the harbour, so check your booking confirmation for pickup details rather than expecting one terminal counter.
- A taxi rank is around 100 metres from the quay, but ranks empty fast in August, so pre-book a taxi or arrange a hotel transfer in advance rather than relying on hailing one on arrival.
- If a ferry is cancelled due to weather, you are entitled to a full refund or rebooking on the next available sailing; go to the operator's port office immediately.
- In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.
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