Ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia)
2h 15m · from €11.00 · 1 operator
Astypalea to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 20:30. The crossing takes 2h 15m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 August 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €11.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €38.00 | Book now |
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 26 August 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astypalea to Kalymnos Route Map
Astypalea to Kalymnos is a short eastward run into the main Dodecanese chain, covered by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. The Dodekanisos Pride catamaran does it in under two hours, while the conventional Blue Star Patmos takes around two and a half. Either way it is a straightforward daytime crossing from Skala, the port below the Chora on Astypalea.
Kalymnos is best known as the sponge diving island, and Pothia, the main port and capital on the south coast, still has sponge shops and workshops near the harbour. The town is a working Greek port rather than a resort, built up the slopes around the bay. In recent decades the island has become an internationally known rock climbing destination, and there are quieter beaches on the west coast around Massouri and Myrties.
Sailings run a couple of times a week, with the current timetable and fares listed below. Fares on this crossing start around eleven euros. Kalymnos sits close to Kos and Leros, both easy onward hops, so it works well as a first stop in the Dodecanese.
Astypalea to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €11.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel | €38.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Astypalea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 12:05 | 14:35 | 2h 30m | €38.00 | 2027-04-15 to 2027-08-26 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | €11.00 | now to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astypalea to Kalymnos between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 26 August 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astypalea to Kalymnos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 4 October 2026, at 20:30. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Astypalea to Kalymnos this week?
1 sailing from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
Scheduled departures from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) leave at 20:30.
How long is the ferry from Astypalea to Kalymnos?
The crossing from Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 2h 15m.
How much does the Astypalea to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €11.00 on a conventional ferry and from €38.00 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 Astypalea to Kalymnos route?
The Astypalea to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astypalea to Kalymnos ferry
- Name corrections on ferry tickets are usually possible up to a few hours before departure – contact the operator promptly if you notice a spelling error.
- The onboard cafeteria on most Greek ferries serves hot meals, sandwiches, pastries, and drinks – quality varies but it is usually adequate for a meal.
- Medicines, including seasickness tablets and any prescription drugs, should always be in your day bag, not buried in hold luggage.
- Senior discounts are offered by several operators for passengers over 65; the discount is applied automatically if you select the correct age category.
- 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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