Nisyros – Astypalea

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Nisyros – Astypalea

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Ferry from Nisyros to Astypalea

Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Nisyros to Astypalea. Nisyros Astypalea ferries cost between £10 and £18, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Nisyros Astypalea ferries.

Nisyros Astypalea Ferry Times

The first Nisyros Astypalea ferry typically departs from Nisyros at around 20:35. The last ferry usually departs at 22:00.

How long is the ferry from Nisyros to Astypalea?

The Nisyros Astypalea ferry trip can take around 5 hours 25 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 5 hours 25 minutes with Blue Star Ferries. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Nisyros Astypalea Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Nisyros to Astypalea provided by Blue Star Ferries.

Nisyros Astypalea Ferry Prices

Nisyros Astypalea ferry prices typically range between £10* and £18*. The average price is typically £18*. The cheapest Nisyros Astypalea ferry prices start from £10*. The average price for a foot passenger is £14*. The average price for a car is £32*.

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 Nisyros to Astypalea?

The distance between Nisyros to Astypalea is approximately 54.3 miles (87.4km) or 47 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Nisyros Astypalea ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Nisyros and Astypalea. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Nisyros and Astypalea.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Nisyros to Astypalea?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Nisyros and Astypalea.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Nisyros to Astypalea?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Nisyros to Astypalea 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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Nisyros - Astypalea Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price £31*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 4h 12m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 50m
First Ferry 10:50
Last Ferry 19:40
Distance 47 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

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Nisyros Guide

Located in the Dodecanese group of islands in the Aegean Sea, the island of Nisyros lies between the neighbouring islands of Kos and Tilos. The island's coast has a few sandy beaches, which are generally located in the north east part of the island, but generally the Nisyros coastline is characterised by rocky or pebbled beaches. The island's volcano is active but luckily for tourists it is not erupting and Fumaroles can be found at the craters. According to Greek mythology, the island was formed when Poseidon cut off a part of Kos and threw it onto the giant Polybotes to stop him from escaping. Fifth century ancient walls, which were originally part of the acropolis on the island, can be found near Mandraki and the island's ancient name was Porphyris.

From the island's port there are conventional and high speed ferry services that generally depart to the other islands of the Dodecanese. There are also services to the Cycladic islands and also to Crete, but usually via another island.


Astypalea Guide

The Greek island of Astypalea lies in the eastern Aegean Sea and is one of the 12 islands that make up the Dodecanese group of islands. The island, which sits at the point where the Dodecanese meet the Cyclades islands, has a long history and is characterised by typically Greek whitewashed villages and lovely beaches. Astypalaia is also the westernmost island of the Dodecanese and is naturally separated into Mesa Nisi (the inner island, western part) and Exo Nisi (the outer island, eastern part) by a thin strip of land less than 100 m wide.

The island's capital, and home to its port, is Chora and is regarded as one of the most picturesque towns in the Aegean. The town sits atop a rock that protrudes into the sea, forming two bays. Towering above Chora is a castle with the white domes of Evangelistria and Agios Georgios churches visible above its walls. Around the castle lie Chora’s houses with whitewashed walls, blue doors and windows, and wooden balconies.

The island is connected to the port of Piraeus and also to the other islands in the Dodecanese, the Cycladic islands and to Crete.

Nisyros to Astypalea
Ferry Timetables

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

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 20:35 02:00 5 hours 25 minutes Tue

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