Kalymnos To Patmos Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Kalymnos → Patmos — this week
18 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day (4 on weekends)
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 4 ferries — first at 06:00
Kalymnos to Patmos Ferry
Kalymnos to Patmos -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 25 October 2026.
- Frequency: 2-3 ferries per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries.
- Tickets from: €10 – €34 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Kalymnos and Patmos sit close together in the Dodecanese, and the crossing between them is one of the more straightforward island-hops in this part of the Aegean. Kalymnos is the sponge-diving island, all bare limestone ridges and a working harbour town; Patmos is quieter and more contemplative, built around the hill-top monastery and the cave where St John is said to have written Revelation. The ferry link between them has settled into a reliable year-round pattern, with operators filing each new season's timetable in stages rather than all at once, so it's worth checking the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates rather than assuming service stops once a printed timetable runs out.
Departures are spread fairly evenly through the year, with the busiest window falling across the summer months when island-hopping traffic through the Dodecanese peaks. Outside high season the route thins out but doesn't disappear -- for the exact number of sailings on any given day, the frequency shown above and the monthly table below are the figures to trust, since they're pulled from the live schedule rather than fixed in this text.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Kalymnos to Patmos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 2.3 (2–4) |
| August | Yes | 2.6 (2–4) |
| September | Yes | 2.1 (1–4) |
| October | Yes | 2.0 (1–3) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Kalymnos to Patmos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 2 | 14:40, 21:35 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 4 | 06:00, 11:05, 13:45, 23:35 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 11:05, 12:55 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 4 | 06:00, 11:05, 13:45, 21:35 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 06:00, 11:05 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 06:00, 11:05 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 11:05, 23:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 14:40, 21:35 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 4 | 06:00, 11:05, 13:45, 23:35 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 11:05, 12:55 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 4 | 06:00, 11:05, 13:45, 21:35 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 06:00, 11:05 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 06:00, 11:05 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 11:05, 23:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Kalymnos–Patmos route is served by 3 companies:
- Dodekanisos Seaways – approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 2 hours 5 minutes
- SAOS Ferries – approximately 3 hours 20 minutes
Tips for the Kalymnos–Patmos Ferry
- Book your ferry tickets as early as possible for July and August – cabins and vehicle spaces on popular routes sell out weeks in advance.
- The return trip on a day-trip short hop is usually the most crowded – the late afternoon ferry from a popular beach island fills fast in summer.
- Once you arrive in Patmos, the UNESCO-protected old town of Hora and the imposing Monastery of Saint John the Theologian – built in the 11th century – dominate the hilltop above the port. The Cave of the Apocalypse, where Saint John is said to have written the Book of Revelation, is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites in the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kalymnos to Patmos?
2-3 ferries per day during the season. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Kalymnos to Patmos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Kalymnos to Patmos this week?
Around 18 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day, 4 on weekends).
What time is the first ferry from Kalymnos to Patmos?
The first departure is usually 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Patmos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, while the slowest takes around 3 hours 20 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Kalymnos to Patmos ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €10 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €34 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Kalymnos–Patmos route?
The route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries.
Do you need a car in Patmos?
Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.