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Athens (Piraeus) – Karpathos

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Athens (Piraeus) – Karpathos

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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos

Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos. Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferries cost around $140 and $867, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferries.

Ferry times from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos

Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferry sailings typycally depart from Athens (Piraeus) at around 08:00. The last ferry leaves at 23:00.

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos?

The Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferry trip can take around 17 hours 35 minutes. The fastest Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos ferry is around 13 hours 25 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 3 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos serviced by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos

Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferry prices typically range between $140* and $867*. The average price is typically $304*. The cheapest ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos start from $140*. The average price for a foot passenger is $280*. The average price for a car is $649*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos?

The distance between Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos is approximately 290 miles (467km) or 252 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Athens (Piraeus) Karpathos ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Karpathos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Karpathos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos?

Foot passengers can travel on the Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos ferry with Blue Star Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos?

Pets can travel on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.


Karpathos Guide

The Greek island of Karpathos lies in the Aegean Sea and is the second largest of the Dodecanese group of islands. The island sits between the neighbouring islands of Crete and Rhodes and is widely regarded as being one of the most spectacular of all the Greek islands. Unlike many of its neighbours, and probably as a result of its relatively remote location, Karpathos only began to develop in the last couple of decades. However, the development that has taken place is largely restricted to the southern parts of the island. The northern and central parts of the island have retained their authenticity and are largely unspoilt, with pretty little villages that seem miles away from tourism. Perhaps the island's most famous features are its beaches with golden sand and crystal clear waters. The island is popular with families and also with hikers who like to explore the many trekking paths that criss cross the island.

Ferries from Karpathos depart to the ports of Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Milos, Anafi, Sitia, Santorini, Chalki and Kasos.

Athens (Piraeus) to Karpathos
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 17:00 10:35 17 hours 35 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 17:00 12:00 19 hours Sat
Blue Star Ferries 23:00 12:30 13 hours 30 minutes Tue

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