Symi (Simi) - Karpathos

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Symi (Simi) - Karpathos
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Ferry from Symi (Simi) to Karpathos

Typically 1 daily ferry sailing run between Symi (Simi) to Karpathos. This ferry route is operated by Blue Star Ferries. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Symi (Simi) Karpathos ferries.

Ferry times from Symi (Simi) to Karpathos

Symi (Simi) Karpathos ferry sailings typically depart from Symi (Simi) at around 05:40. The average sailing time is approximately 5h 30m.

Ferry prices from Symi (Simi) to Karpathos

Symi (Simi) Karpathos ferry prices typically range between $68* and $111*. The average price is typically $81*. The cheapest Symi (Simi) Karpathos ferry prices start from $41*. The average price for a foot passenger is $81*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.

How far is Symi (Simi) to Karpathos?

The distance between Symi (Simi) to Karpathos is approximately 80.7 miles (129.8km) or 70.1 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Symi (Simi) Karpathos ferry?

No ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel onboard between Symi (Simi) and Karpathos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Symi (Simi) to Karpathos?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries between Symi (Simi) and Karpathos.

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Karpathos Guide

Karpathos Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 32 ferries running per week, across 16 ferry routes, and provided by 2 ferry operators, Anek Lines and Blue Star Ferries, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here. Indeed, ferry timetables for these ferry routes can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry routes, 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 Karpathos take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can taken between 1 hour, to 5 hours and 45 minutes, to 8 hours and 40 minutes, to 14 hours and 55 minutes, to 17 hours and 20 minutes, to 22 hours and 25 minutes, and this variation is due to numerous reasons. These can include changes to the ferry routes, changes made by the ferry operators, different ferry routes, 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 Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to 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 checking 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.

Karpathos Port Facilities

At Karpathos, there is not a ferry terminal, but there are many facilities that are scattered across the pier and around the harbour, as this is one of the main hubs for commerce. You can find many different restaurants and bars, as well as cafes, ATMs, and a small seating area for you to wait for your ferry, and there is easy access to the rest of the island, with a taxi rank and local buses running right beside the pier.


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