The Karpathos to Santorini ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article.
Particularly know for its natural sponges, Karpathos – part of the Dodecanese – is a great destination if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of Santorini . Since it takes 8 hours to reach Karpathos by ferry from Santorini, it’s a good idea to plan several days on the island or include it in an island hopping itinerary.
Santorini or Thira?
When you travel by ferry you need to look up the name of the ports. While in many cases you can use the name of the islands, there’s always some exception so it’s useful to know that Santorini is referred to as “Thira” (port code: ATI) on some booking websites.
How long does it take to get from Santorini to Karpathos ?
It takes 8 hours to get from Santorini to Karpathos by ferry during the high season and 14 h 30 min during the low-season (regular ferry).
Is there a high speed ferry between Santorini and Karpathos ?
Not exactly, during the high season the ferry takes only 8 hours (however, it’s a regular ferry)
How much does it cost to get from Santorini to Karpathos by ferry?
A deck ticket costs €25 per person, an aircraft type of seat also costs €25 per person. Some of the cabin prices are not available online. Prices are valid for one way.
How many ferries per day depart from Santorini to Karpathos during the low season?
The ferries stop working between the islands in November but they resume their schedule by April. Until June, there’s only one ferry between Santorini and Karpathos, at 4 a.m. each Tuesday and it takes 14 h 30 min.
How many ferries per day depart from Santorini to Karpathos during the high season?
The 2010 high season lasts between June and October. The following ferries are available :
- at 1:25 am., Tue, Jun8 to Oct 26
- at 5:55 a.m., Mon, until Oct 25
- at 8:05 a.m., Thu, until Oct 28
- at 9:25 a.m., Sat, until Oct 30
Are there any overnight journeys between Santorini and Karpathos ?
Yes.
How about the ferries from Karpathos to Santorini ?
During the 2010 high season (June to Oct) the following ferries link the two islands:
- at 00:25 a.m., Wed, June 9 to Oct 27
- at 2:35 a.m., Tue, until Oct 26
- at 5:30 a.m., Fri, until Oct 29
- at 9:55 a.m., Sun, until Oct 31
Where can I buy tickets from?
Tickets can be purchased online but there are some restrictions; generally speaking you can purchase the tickets at most 2 months in advance if the schedule is approved by the Ministry of Mercantile marine. Tickets can also be purchase from travel agents. But it’s best to buy them directly from the port, several days before departure.
Does everyone charge the same prices?
The prices are the same, no matter if you buy them online, from travel agents or from the port.
Important note:
It’s always a good idea to double check the schedule couple of weeks prior to departure. Each Friday the schedule is submitted to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine so changes might occur.
Read more about:
>> Ferries in Greece
>> Ferries from Athens: How to deal with the Port of Piraeus
>> Ferries to and from Santorini
>> Ferries from Athens to Aegina
>> Ferries from Athens to Crete
>> Ferries from Athens to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Hydra
>> Ferries from Athens to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Rafina to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Athens to Patmos
>> Ferries from Athens to Santorini
>> Ferries from Santorini to Crete
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Syros
>> Ferries from Santorini to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Naxos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skopelos
>> Ferries from Corfu to Patras
>> Ferries from Rhodes to Kos
>> Ferries from Athens to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Crete
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesvos
>> Ferries to and from Mykonos
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Paros (and return)
>> Ferries from Crete to Gavdos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Santorini to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Ios
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Tinos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Athens to Naxos
>> Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki
>> Ferries from Santorini to Syros
>> Ferries from Kavala to Thassos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skiathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (Lesbos)
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Kos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Chios
