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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Karpathos on Fri, Dec 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct ferries cover the 186 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest ferries will take 13 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santorini (Island) to Karpathos
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €132.
Distance: 100 nautical miles (186 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price |
11h 43m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration Fastest 9h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santorini (Island) to Karpathos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 13h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Karpathos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Karpathos ferries for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 PM Santorini (Island) | 10h45 | 7:35 AM Karpathos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos
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Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 100 nautical miles (186 km) distance in 7h 55m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 100 nautical miles (186 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 7h 55m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Santorini (Island) to KarpathosYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karpathos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Santorini (Island) to Karpathos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
- To Psaraki (0.8km)
- The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
- Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
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