Santorini (Thira) – Karpathos
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
Santorini (Thira) – Karpathos
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
Depending on the season their are about 3 weekly sailings between Santorini (Thira) and Karpathos. Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos. Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferries cost between $89 and $195, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferry typically departs Santorini (Thira) at about 01:35 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:50.
Ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos sail in around 10 hours 45 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 6 hours 35 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 3 weekly sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos typically range between $88* and $194*. On average the Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferry is $123*. The cheapest Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferry prices start from $88*. The average price for a foot passenger is $122*. The average price for a car is $517*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.
The distance between Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos is approximately 135 miles (217km) or 117 nautical miles.
Yes, Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries between Santorini (Thira) and Karpathos. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Santorini (Thira) and Karpathos use our Deal Finder.
Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Santorini (Thira) Karpathos ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Karpathos.
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| Santorini (Thira) - Karpathos Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Anek Lines & Blue Star Ferries | |
| Average Price | A$122* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 9h 56m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6h 40m | |
| First Ferry | 23:45 | |
| Distance | 117 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
Located in the southern Aegean Sea is the Greek island of Santorini and lies around 200 km to the south east of the Greek mainland. It forms part of the Cycladic group of islands and is the only location in Europe to have a hot desert climate. A popular pastime for visitors to Santorini is to take a cruise to the island's three islets, which were created in ancient times during a volcanic eruption. The islets are called Nea Kammeni, Palea Kammeni and Thirassia and provide an excellent vantage point for visitors to see the volcano, being located to the west of the island. The island's capital is Fira and is full of typical Cycladic houses with whitewashed walls, blue domed churches and stepped streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.
The island of Santorini has two ports. The main port is Athinios, where all the ferry and commercial boats arrive. There is also the Old Port which is mostly used for cruise ships. From the main port, ferries can be taken to Piraeus, Rafina and to the other islands in the Cyclades. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate on these routes.
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.
