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How to get from Rhodes to Kalymnos by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Rhodes to Kalymnos ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Rhodes to Kalymnos can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Rhodes to Kalymnos ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Anes Ferries, Sea Dreams or Sebeco Lines. This way you can find the best price for a Rhodes Kalymnos ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Dodekanisos Seaways or Blue Star Ferries ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Rhodes to Kalymnos simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry Information

Port of departure
Rhodes
Greece
Dodecanese
Port of arrival
Kalymnos
Greece
Dodecanese
Distance
77 mi
Ferry Companies
Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Anes Ferries, Sea Dreams, Sebeco Lines
Frequency of crossings
13 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
2 hrs. 50 min
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Ferry Rhodes Kalymnos: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos, you'll find tickets ranging from $23 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $232 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Rhodes-Kalymnos route is $105. The average ferry crossing time from Rhodes to Kalymnos is 4 hrs. 23 min. The slowest ferries will take 6 hrs. 24 min to reach Kalymnos, while the fastest boats will reach Kalymnos in 2 hrs. 45 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Rhodes at 08:00. The last ferry to Kalymnos leaves Rhodes at 18:15.

Average price of a Rhodes Kalymnos ferry crossing
$105
Price range for Rhodes Kalymnos ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$23 - $232
Average crossing time Rhodes Kalymnos
4 hrs. 23 min
Departure time of first ferry to Kalymnos
08:00
Departure time of last ferry to Kalymnos
18:15
Arrival time first ferry to Kalymnos
11:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Kalymnos
23:15

Why take a ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Rhodes to Kalymnos ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Kalymnos. Here are 3 reasons why we think Rhodes to Kalymnos ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
If you have children, there's no better way to travel from Rhodes to Kalymnos as a family than by ferry. Everything is simpler. As soon as you leave Rhodes, imagine your children discovering the ship, spending long moments playing in the areas reserved for the youngest or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest movies in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marveling at a magic show or other countless activities. On board the ferry to Kalymnos, time flies by faster than you think and this maritime experience between Rhodes and Kalymnos will remain unforgettable for your children for a long time.
For the comfort of a cabin
Although it is not compulsory to book a cabin for the crossing from Rhodes to Kalymnos, you are depriving yourself of a comfort that the ferry is the only mode of transport to offer. Like real hotel rooms, they offer travelers beds, bathrooms and, for some suites, portholes and balconies. Even on a day crossing, enjoying the privacy of a cabin is still possible and much more comfortable than sitting in a lounge.
Taking your time becomes a pleasure
We live in a society where everything goes faster and faster. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a Dodekanisos Seaways or Blue Star Ferries ferry on the 77 mi between Rhodes and Kalymnos will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). It is not impossible that you will have the impression of arriving too quickly in Kalymnos as the experience is so pleasant!

Which companies operate between Rhodes and Kalymnos?

If you're looking to travel between Rhodes and Kalymnos by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Dodekanisos Seaways or Blue Star Ferries who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Dodekanisos Seaways Rhodes Kalymnos
Dodekanisos Seaways
Dodekanisos Seaways was founded in 1991 and is based in Rhodes, Greece. The company serves the islands of the Aegean Sea and the ports of the Ionian Sea. On Vivanoda, you can compare Rhodes-Kalymnos fares and book a Dodekanisos Seaways ticket between Rhodes and Kalymnos. Dodekanisos Seaways operates 8 crossings a week to Kalymnos from Rhodes and the journey time is 2 hrs. 50 min. More information about Dodekanisos Seaways
2 hrs. 50 min
8 crossings a week
Blue Star Ferries Rhodes Kalymnos
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Rhodes-Kalymnos route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad of islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Rhodes-Kalymnos fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Rhodes and Kalymnos. Blue Star Ferries operates 5 crossings a week to Kalymnos from Rhodes and the journey time is 4 hrs. 20 min. More information about Blue Star Ferries
4 hrs. 20 min
5 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Rhodes? Where do the boats arrive in Kalymnos?

Port of departure in Rhodes

Dodekanisos Seaways or Blue Star Ferries ferries depart for Kalymnos from the following ports in Rhodes:

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Port of arrival in Kalymnos

Blue Star Ferries or Dodekanisos Seaways ships arrive in Kalymnos from the following ports:

Kalymnos
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos, it will take you at least 2 hrs. 50 min to cover the 77 mi between Rhodes and Kalymnos.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Rhodes and Kalymnos in winter) and the ferry company (Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries). There are currently 13 crossings a week between Rhodes and Kalymnos.

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Rhodes and Kalymnos: Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, Anes Ferries, Sea Dreams, Sebeco Lines.

During your crossing between Rhodes and Kalymnos, you will travel 77 mi.

To go by boat from Rhodes to Kalymnos, you can find prices ranging from $23 for the lowest, to $232 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $105.

The first ferry leaves Rhodes at 08:00 for Kalymnos.

The last ferry to Kalymnos from Rhodes usually departs at 18:15.

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