Ferry to Kalymnos

Do you want to take a ferry to Kalymnos? Looking for information and ferry tickets to Kalymnos? Vivanoda helps you find the best deals on ferries to Kalymnos from all 29 ports including Santorini, Athens, Rhodes, Thessaloniki, Kos, Paros, Leros and Samos. There are a total of 28 ferry routes operated by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines and Hellenic Seaways.

The Hellenic Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines, Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries lines to Kalymnos have a frequency of about 14 crossings a day.

The longest crossing is about 10 hrs. 40 min on the Kastelorizo - Kalymnos route (154 mi away) and the fastest on the Kos - Kalymnos route (17 mi away) with a duration of 40 min.

Statistics of the ferry port of Kalymnos

Countries
Greece
Turkey
Number of crossings
14 crossings a day
Number of ports
29
Number of ferry connections
28
Number of ferry companies
4
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Recommended ferry routes to Kalymnos

Here are the fastest and longest popular ferry routes to Kalymnos and those with the highest frequency of crossings.

Tips for cheaper and better ferry travel to Kalymnos

You will make the right choice by choosing the ferry to Kalymnos. This means of transportation has undeniable advantages: comfortable, relaxing, economical.... Here are some tips to save money on your ferry crossing to Kalymnos and travel in the best conditions:

Fight seasickness to arrive in good shape in Kalymnos
The crossing can be a source of discomfort if you are prone to seasickness. In this case, there are medications, of course, but you can also take a walk on deck or sit by a bay window to watch the horizon and soften the effects.
Book your crossing in advance
As with other modes of transportation, Hellenic Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines, Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries fares usually increase as your departure date gets closer. Booking early usually gives you the best fares and assures you space.
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All ferry crossings to Kalymnos port

What better way to start your trip to Kalymnos than with a ferry crossing? Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines and Hellenic Seaways ferries to Kalymnos offer a comfortable and affordable alternative for travelers who want to avoid the long queues and tedious boarding procedures at airports. Moreover, you can take your car or motorcycle on board, allowing you to explore Kalymnos and its surroundings in complete freedom as soon as you arrive.

With a wide choice of ferry companies and routes from Santorini, Athens, Rhodes, Thessaloniki, Kos or Paros to Kalymnos, use our fare comparison platform to find the best deals on ferries to Kalymnos for your budget and preferences. All you have to do is search!

Santorini Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Santorini Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    93 mi
Athens Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $62
  • Blue Star Ferries Athens Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    5 crossings a week
    8 hrs. 20 min
    193 mi
Rhodes Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $23
  • Blue Star Ferries Rhodes Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    5 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 20 min
    77 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Rhodes Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    8 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 50 min
    77 mi
Thessaloniki Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Thessaloniki Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    335 mi
Kos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $7
  • Blue Star Ferries Kos Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    5 crossings a week
    50 min
    17 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Kos Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    11 crossings a week
    40 min
    17 mi
Paros Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Paros Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    102 mi
Leros Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $11
  • Blue Star Ferries Leros Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    55 min
    16 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Leros Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    11 crossings a week
    50 min
    16 mi
Samos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Samos Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    55 mi
Patmos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $12
  • Blue Star Ferries Patmos Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 20 min
    35 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Patmos Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    11 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    35 mi
Tilos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $15
  • Blue Star Ferries Tilos Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 20 min
    42 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Tilos Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 20 min
    42 mi
Kastelorizo Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $29
  • Blue Star Ferries Kastelorizo Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    10 hrs. 40 min
    154 mi
Nisyros Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $10
  • Blue Star Ferries Nisyros Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 10 min
    26 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Nisyros Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    26 mi
Symi Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $19
  • Blue Star Ferries Symi Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 30 min
    53 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Symi Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    6 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 10 min
    53 mi
Turgutreis Turkey
Kalymnos Greece
  • Bodrum Express Lines Turgutreis Kalymnos
    Bodrum Express Lines
    16 mi
Naxos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Naxos Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    89 mi
Evdilos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Hellenic Seaways Evdilos Kalymnos
    Hellenic Seaways
    65 mi
Livadia Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Livadia Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    43 mi
Syros Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Syros Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    109 mi
Pigadia Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Pigadia Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    100 mi
Pythagoreio Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $31
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Pythagoreio Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    4 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 20 min
    51 mi
Agathonisi Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $13
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Agathonisi Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    2 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 50 min
    38 mi
Fournoi Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $18
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Fournoi Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    3 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 55 min
    51 mi
  • Hellenic Seaways Fournoi Kalymnos
    Hellenic Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 50 min
    51 mi
Leipsoi Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $11
  • Blue Star Ferries Leipsoi Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    27 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Leipsoi Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 10 min
    27 mi
Agios Kyrikos Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $18
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Agios Kyrikos Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    3 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 30 min
    60 mi
  • Hellenic Seaways Agios Kyrikos Kalymnos
    Hellenic Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 30 min
    60 mi
Astypalaia Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $14
  • Blue Star Ferries Astypalaia Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 55 min
    47 mi
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Astypalaia Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    47 mi
Arki Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Arki Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    33 mi
Chalki Greece
Kalymnos Greece
From $37
  • Dodekanisos Seaways Chalki Kalymnos
    Dodekanisos Seaways
    1 crossings a week
    3 hrs.
    61 mi
Fri Greece
Kalymnos Greece
  • Blue Star Ferries Fri Kalymnos
    Blue Star Ferries
    106 mi
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Where is the ferry terminal in Kalymnos?

Kalymnos
Kalymnos is located 0.2 mi from the center of Kalymnos.
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FAQs about Ferries to Kalymnos

To travel to Kalymnos by ferry, you can depart from 29 ports in 2 countries: Santorini, Athens, Rhodes, Thessaloniki, Kos, Paros, Leros and Samos.

Ferry services to Kalymnos are operated by 4 ferry companies: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines and Hellenic Seaways

Ferry schedules to Kalymnos can vary significantly depending on the time of year and ferry company (Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines or Hellenic Seaways). We strongly recommend that you search for timetables on Vivanoda.

It depends on the route you want to take. The shortest crossing on the Kos - Kalymnos route takes 40 min, while the longest crossing from Kastelorizo - Kalymnos takes almost 10 hrs. 40 min.

The price of a ferry to Kalymnos varies greatly depending on whether you travel by car, on foot or by bike and the time of year. Vivanoda helps you find the best deals from Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Bodrum Express Lines and Hellenic Seaways to Kalymnos.

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Ferry to Kalymnos: Travel Guide

When to take the ferry to Kalymnos?

Summer temperatures average between 25 and 35 degrees Celsius, with possible heat peaks in July and August. The days are long and sunny, perfect for a beach vacation or exploring the country's archaeological sites. However, bear in mind that this is also Greece's most touristic season, which means that places of interest can be busier and prices can be higher.

If you prefer to avoid the tourist crowds, spring and autumn are also good seasons to travel in Greece. In April, May, September and October, temperatures are mild, fluctuating between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. Beaches are less crowded and accommodation rates can be lower. It's also an ideal time to explore the Greek islands, avoiding the summer heatwave.

Discover the country from Kalymnos port

Greece is a multifaceted country with thousands of islands and islets, each offering its own charm and atmosphere. Ferries are a very popular means of transportation for travelers wishing to explore the Greek islands. Ferries generally operate from May to September, but some routes also operate outside this period. The main ports for ferries in Greece are Athens, Piraeus, Thessaloniki and Heraklion, Crete.

The Greek islands are famous for their natural beauty, traditional architecture and fascinating history. One of the most popular islands is Santorini, known for its spectacular sea views and white houses with blue roofs. The islands of Mykonos and Rhodes are also very popular, offering a lively nightlife and beautiful beaches. For those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of island life, quieter islands like Milos and Sifnos are perfect options.

Discover the region from Kalymnos

First of all, it is important to know that there are several ferry companies that serve the Dodecanese islands. The most famous are Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, and Anek Lines. You can compare prices on Vivanoda and then book them online.

The main ports of the Dodecanese are Rhodes, Kos and Kalymnos, which are connected to many islands in the region. There are also direct connections between some islands, which can be convenient if you want to explore several islands at the same time.

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