Rhodes – Karpathos
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
Rhodes – Karpathos
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Rhodes to Karpathos. Rhodes Karpathos ferries cost between 38€ and 149€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Rhodes Karpathos ferries.
The first Rhodes Karpathos ferry typically departs from Rhodes at around 11:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:00.
The Rhodes Karpathos ferry trip can take around 4 hours 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 3 hours 44 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 3 weekly sailings from Rhodes to Karpathos provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Rhodes Karpathos ferry prices typically range between 38€* and 149€*. The average price is typically 74€*. The cheapest Rhodes Karpathos ferry prices start from 38€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 74€*. The average price for a car is 217€*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 July 2025.
The distance between Rhodes to Karpathos is approximately 90.4 miles (145.5km) or 78.6 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Rhodes and Karpathos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Rhodes and Karpathos.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Rhodes and Karpathos.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Rhodes to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Rhodes - Karpathos Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Destination | Dodecanese Islands | |
| Destination | Dodecanese Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries | |
| Average Price | €74 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h 30 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 3 h 44 m | |
| First Ferry | 11:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:00 | |
| Distance | 79 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
The Greek island of Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and lies in the eastern Aegean Sea, to the north east of the island of Crete and south east of Athens. The island is also a short distance off the coast of Turkey. Rhodes Town is the island's capital and main town and its Old Town is a rich tapestry made up of different civilisations and cultures. The city's medieval walls, its fortress like buildings, the gates, bastions, narrow alleys, old houses, fountains and busy squares combine to make all visitors feel as though they have stepped back thousands of years. Outside of Rhodes Town the island has a number of small villages and beach resorts that are popular with tourists. The main ones are Faliraki, Lindos, Kremasti, Pefkos, Archangelos, Haraki, Koskinou, Afantou, Paradisi, Trianta and Embona.
From the island's port, ferry services depart to Piraeus by both conventional and high speed ferry. The island is also connected to the rest of the Dodecanese Islands, the Cyclades Islands and to Crete during the summer months.
The Greek island of Karpathos lies in the Aegean Sea and is the second largest of the Dodecanese group of islands. The island sits between the neighbouring islands of Crete and Rhodes and is widely regarded as being one of the most spectacular of all the Greek islands. Unlike many of its neighbours, and probably as a result of its relatively remote location, Karpathos only began to develop in the last couple of decades. However, the development that has taken place is largely restricted to the southern parts of the island. The northern and central parts of the island have retained their authenticity and are largely unspoilt, with pretty little villages that seem miles away from tourism. Perhaps the island's most famous features are its beaches with golden sand and crystal clear waters. The island is popular with families and also with hikers who like to explore the many trekking paths that criss cross the island.
Ferries from Karpathos depart to the ports of Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Milos, Anafi, Sitia, Santorini, Chalki and Kasos.
