The Rhodes to Karpathos ferry route connects two of the most distinctive islands in the Dodecanese. Rhodes needs little introduction — its medieval old town, sandy beaches, and lively port have made it one of Greece’s most visited islands. Karpathos is a different proposition entirely: wilder, quieter, and largely unspoiled. Blue Star Ferries runs the crossing, which typically takes somewhere between about three and three-quarter hours and four and a half hours depending on the sailing. Karpathos itself has two ferry ports: the main harbour, and a separate one at Diafani on the island’s north coast. The two are some distance apart, so it’s worth checking which port your particular sailing is booked into before you travel.
On average, you can expect around one ferry per day on this route, sailing on several days of the week rather than every single day. The schedule box above and the monthly table below reflect the latest confirmed dates the operator has filed, so it’s worth checking there before you plan, particularly if you’re travelling outside the main summer months, and booking ahead is always wise in peak season.
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