Ferry from Arki to Patmos (Skala)
20m to 50m · from €16.00 · 3 operators
Arki to Patmos at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:30 and the latest is 16:15. The crossing takes between 20m and 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Patmos Star Shipping Company and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 August 2027.
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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 30 August 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Arki to Patmos Route Map
Arki to Patmos is a short crossing of twenty minutes to under an hour, depending on the boat. Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries and the Patmos Star all work this stretch, so you may find yourself on a fast catamaran, a conventional ferry or a small local boat. All of them treat Arki as a brief call, so be on the quay in good time.
Patmos is a quietly significant island that has kept its development in check. Boats dock at Skala, the port town, with the fortified Monastery of St John crowning the Chora on the hill above and visible from the water. The monastery and the Cave of the Apocalypse are UNESCO-listed, and there are good quiet beaches away from the pilgrimage sites.
There is a sailing most days in season, which makes this the easiest way on and off Arki; the current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €16. Patmos is the local hub, with onward links to Leros, Lipsi, Samos and the mainline ferries to Piraeus.
Arki to Patmos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €16.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Arki to Patmos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | €16.00 | 2027-04-17 to 2027-08-28 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | €16.00 | 2026-09-28 to 2027-08-30 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | €16.00 | 2027-03-02 to 2027-04-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Patmos Star Shipping Company | Patmos Star conventional | 15:40 | 16:30 | 50m | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Patmos Star sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-11 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | 2026-10-16 to 2026-10-18 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 16:15 | 16:55 | 40m | 2026-10-12 to 2026-10-12 | Book the Saonisos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Do you need a car in Patmos?
Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Arki to Patmos between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-03 | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 15:40 | 16:30 | 50m | Patmos Star | Patmos Star Shipping Company |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 16:00 | 16:40 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 09:30 | 09:50 | 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 15:40 | 16:30 | 50m | Patmos Star | Patmos Star Shipping Company |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 16:15 | 16:55 | 40m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Patmos?
Ferries from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 August 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Arki to Patmos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Patmos (Skala) today. Departure time: 16:00.
How many ferries run from Arki to Patmos this week?
6 sailings from Arki to Patmos (Skala) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Mondays.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Patmos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Arki to Patmos (Skala) usually leaves at 16:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:30 to 16:15.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Patmos?
The fastest crossing from Arki to Patmos (Skala) takes 20m and the slowest 50m. On this route conventional ferries take 40m to 50m and high-speed vessels take 20m.
How much does the Arki to Patmos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Arki to Patmos (Skala) ferry start from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Arki to Patmos route?
The Arki to Patmos (Skala) route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Patmos Star Shipping Company and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Arki to Patmos ferry
- Cold drinks sell out on very busy summer sailings; buy yours as soon as you board rather than waiting until you are thirsty.
- Medicines, including seasickness tablets and any prescription drugs, should always be in your day bag, not buried in hold luggage.
- Alcohol makes seasickness worse; if the crossing is rough, stick to water and plain foods.
- Once you arrive in Patmos, the UNESCO-protected old town of Hora and the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian – built in the 11th century – dominate the hilltop above the port. The Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world.
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