Symi To Lipsi Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Symi → Lipsi — this week
8 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 08:55
Symi to Lipsi Ferry
Symi to Lipsi -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 28 February 2027.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day, year-round.
- Sailing days: Ferries run most days of the week.
- Journey time: 3 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes.
- Operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries.
- Tickets from: €18 – €41 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Symi and Lipsi sit at opposite ends of the same stretch of the southern Dodecanese, and this route links two islands that couldn't feel more different on arrival. Symi's harbour, Gialos, is a tight amphitheatre of pastel-shaded neoclassical houses rising from the water, with the quay itself lined by cafes and the town within a few minutes' walk of where the boat ties up. Lipsi is smaller and quieter, a single low-key village wrapped around its own port, with tavernas close enough to the boarding point that you'll see the ferry crew before you see your table. Between the two lies open Dodecanese water, so expect some movement on the crossing when the wind is up, and check the schedule box above for the current confirmed sailing dates.
Outside the busiest months this is a modest, once-a-day link, so it rewards a bit of planning if you're threading it into a wider island-hopping itinerary. In peak summer an extra sailing sometimes appears, but you shouldn't rely on a second option turning up on the day -- treat the timetable above as the one to build your plans around.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Symi to Lipsi:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Yes | 1.0 |
| February | Yes | 1.0 |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.3 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.4 (1–2) |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | Yes | 1.0 |
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Symi to Lipsi — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 08:55, 17:50 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 08:55, 18:30 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 08:55, 17:50 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 08:55 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 08:55, 18:30 |
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Ferry Companies
The Symi–Lipsi route is served by 2 companies:
- Dodekanisos Seaways – approximately 3 hours 10 minutes
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 6 hours 45 minutes
Dodekanisos Seaways runs a fast catamaran, which is the quicker of the two by some margin and the obvious pick if you'd rather spend your day on an island than at sea. Blue Star operates a larger conventional ferry on the same pairing; it takes considerably longer but tends to ride the swell more comfortably and has more room to stretch out, which some travellers prefer even with the extra time on board.
Tips for the Symi–Lipsi Ferry
- Symi's harbour has two separate docking points: Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans use the clock tower, while larger conventional ferries dock at the New Port, a shadeless 15-minute walk away with no shops or taxis – confirm which one applies before you set off.
- Buy or confirm ferry tickets at the Symi Tours office on the harbour front, the long-standing general agent for Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries, rather than assuming online booking alone will guarantee your allocated departure point.
- Don't confuse the scheduled Dodekanisos Seaways or ANES catamarans with the organised day-trip excursion boats from Rhodes, which fill the harbour around midday and typically call passengers back for a fixed afternoon return sailing.
- Autumn schedule reductions typically happen in stages: first in late September, then again in late October – always check the timetable for your specific dates.
- Campervans and motorhomes require a dedicated vehicle category when booking; standard car prices do not apply and spaces are limited.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Symi to Lipsi?
Typically 1 ferry per day, year-round. Service runs year-round.
How many ferries run from Symi to Lipsi this week?
Around 8 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Symi to Lipsi?
The first departure is usually 08:55.
How long is the ferry from Symi to Lipsi?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 3 hours 10 minutes, while the slowest takes around 7 hours 30 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Symi to Lipsi ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €18 per person for a standard seat. Prices can go up to €41 depending on the company, seat class, and time of year.
Which ferry companies operate the Symi–Lipsi route?
The route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries.