Karpathos
Athens (Piraeus)
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Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) Ferries

The Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry route connects Dodecanese Islands with Athens and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Blue Star Ferries service runs up to 3 times per week with a sailing duration of around 13 hours 10 minutes while the Anek Lines service runs up to 1 times per week with a duration from 24 hours 55 minutes.

So that’s a combined 4 sailings on offer per week on the Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) route between Dodecanese Islands and Athens. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Karpathos - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Anek Lines & Blue Star Ferries
Average Price 287 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 3
Average Sailing Duration 17h 21m
Fastest Sailing Duration 13h 40m
First Ferry 11:40
Last Ferry 22:15
Distance 252 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    The approximate duration for ferries from Karpathos to Piraeus is 19h 02m. Durations can vary by operator and season.
  • How much is the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Karpathos to Piraeus is approximately 280 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Karpathos to Piraeus?

    2 popular ferry companies travel from Karpathos to Piraeus. These ferry companies are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Book Karpathos to Piraeus tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Karpathos to Piraeus with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can travel with a car from Karpathos to Piraeus with the following operators
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • How far is Piraeus from Karpathos?

    Karpathos to Piraeus is approximately 252 nautical miles distance apart.

Karpathos Guide

Located in the Dodecanese group of the islands, the Greek island of Karpathos lies in the eastern Aegean Sea and is the second largest of the Dodecanese islands. Its relatively remote location has meant that the island has managed to retain many of its traditions and customs, traditional dress and dialect which resembles the dialect of the Greek island of Crete and of Cyprus.

The island's north has many rugged mountains but in contrast the south of the island is quite fertile, and visitors can see many wildflowers during the winter and spring. The island's coastal areas are characterised by beautiful beaches which tend to be quiet and are often nestled between the island's cliffs. The island's beaches differ quite markedly from each other which is dependent on the beach's location. The east coast beaches tend to be smaller and gravelly, but tend not to be too windy. The beaches on the south coast tend to have fine white sand as do the beaches on the island's west coast, although these are the most exposed to the Meltemi and are only really available when the wind isn't too strong. Finally, the beaches in the north are difficult to get to and are really only accessible by sea or by jeep.

Ferries from Karpathos depart to the ports of Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Milos, Anafi, Sitia, Santorini, Chalki and Kasos.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.


Karpathos to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 19:00 12:30 17 hours 30 minutes Mon
Blue Star Ferries 20:00 09:10 13 hours 10 minutes Wed
Blue Star Ferries 22:05 14:20 16 hours 15 minutes Fri

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