Karpathos
Athens (Piraeus)
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Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

Connecting the island of Karpathos within the Dodecanese Islands with the port city of Piraeus on the coast of Greece, this ferry route provides an essential ferry connection between the Dodecanese Islands and the coast of Greece. From the island of Karpathos, one of the more remote Dodecanese Islands, known for its rugged landscape that stretches from the towering mountains to the quiet enclosed beaches that are the island’s most popular attractions, to the city of Piraeus, part of the Athens urban sprawl, and the largest port in all of Europe, with its own rich history thanks to its large harbour, which has been in use for many centuries, and this city is the perfect place to visit for culture, but also for easy access to many other destinations across Greece.

With up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 2 ferry operators, and with sail times of around 22 hours and 25 minutes, there are plenty of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Karpathos to Piraeus sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Dodecanese Islands to Athens page.
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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 typical crossing time for ferries from Karpathos to Piraeus is approximately 19h 02m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • How much is the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    The average price of a ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus is approximately $276. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Karpathos to Piraeus?

    There are currently 2 popular ferry operators travelling from Karpathos to Piraeus. The following operators that provide this service are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Ferries from Karpathos to Piraeus are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Karpathos to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger 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 vehicle 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 this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. 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 to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 2 ferry operators, with 1 ferry per week provided by Blue Star Ferries, and 2 ferries per week provided by Anek Lines, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here. Indeed, ferry timetables for this ferry route can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operators, and so on, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.


How long does the Ferry to Piraeus from Karpathos take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 17 hours and 20 minutes, to 18 hours and 30 minutes, to 22 hours and 25 minutes, to 23 hours and 30 minutes, and this variation is caused by numerous reasons. These can include changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operators, different ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.


Karpathos to Piraeus Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Piraeus from Karpathos will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and other such factors, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our handy fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.


Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Piraeus from Karpathos?

You are currently able to take your car with you on this ferry route.


Karpathos to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 4/15/2024 and 4/21/2024


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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