Karpathos – Athens (Piraeus)

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Ferry from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)

Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus). Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferries cost between £43 and £449, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferries.

Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Times

The first Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry typically departs from Karpathos at around 04:05. The last ferry usually departs at 21:15.

How long is the ferry from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)?

The Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry trip can take around 16 hours 20 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 13 hours 10 minutes with Blue Star Ferries. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 3 weekly sailings from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus) provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Prices

Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between £43* and £449*. The average price is typically £100*. The cheapest Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices start from £43*. The average price for a foot passenger is £78*. The average price for a car is £296*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)?

The distance between Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 290.1 miles (466.9km) or 252 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Karpathos Athens (Piraeus) ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Karpathos and Athens (Piraeus). Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Karpathos and Athens (Piraeus).

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Karpathos and Athens (Piraeus).

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Karpathos - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 1
Operators Blue Star Ferries
Average Price £79*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 15h 11m
Fastest Sailing Duration 13h 10m
First Ferry 01:00
Last Ferry 21:15
Distance 252 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Karpathos Guide

Located in the Dodecanese group of the islands, the Greek island of Karpathos lies in the eastern Aegean Sea and is the second largest of the Dodecanese islands. Its relatively remote location has meant that the island has managed to retain many of its traditions and customs, traditional dress and dialect which resembles the dialect of the Greek island of Crete and of Cyprus.

The island's north has many rugged mountains but in contrast the south of the island is quite fertile, and visitors can see many wildflowers during the winter and spring. The island's coastal areas are characterised by beautiful beaches which tend to be quiet and are often nestled between the island's cliffs. The island's beaches differ quite markedly from each other which is dependent on the beach's location. The east coast beaches tend to be smaller and gravelly, but tend not to be too windy. The beaches on the south coast tend to have fine white sand as do the beaches on the island's west coast, although these are the most exposed to the Meltemi and are only really available when the wind isn't too strong. Finally, the beaches in the north are difficult to get to and are really only accessible by sea or by jeep.

Ferries from Karpathos depart to the ports of Piraeus, Rhodes, Heraklion, Milos, Anafi, Sitia, Santorini, Chalki and Kasos.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.

Karpathos to Athens (Piraeus)
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 05:15 21:35 16 hours 20 minutes Sat
Blue Star Ferries 10:00 23:15 13 hours 15 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 16:30 10:30 18 hours Mon

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