Nisyros – Kalymnos

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Nisyros – Kalymnos

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Ferry from Nisyros to Kalymnos

The Nisyros Kalymnos ferry is serviced by 3 ferry companies: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. Nisyros Kalymnos ferries take around 2 hours 25 minutes. The ferry costs between £16 and £26, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Nisyros to Kalymnos.

Nisyros Kalymnos Ferry Times

The first Nisyros Kalymnos ferry typically departs from Nisyros at around 10:40. The last ferry usually departs at 22:45.

How long is the ferry from Nisyros to Kalymnos?

The Nisyros Kalymnos ferry trip can take around 2 hours 25 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 1 hour 30 minutes with . Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Nisyros Kalymnos Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 2 weekly sailings from Nisyros to Kalymnos provided by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 2 sailings weekly. Dodekanisos Seaways provide 1 sailing weekly. SAOS Ferries provide 1 sailing weekly.

Nisyros Kalymnos Ferry Prices

Nisyros Kalymnos ferry prices typically range between £16* and £26*. The average price is typically £21*. The cheapest Nisyros Kalymnos ferry prices start from £16*. The average price for a foot passenger is £21*.

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 Kalymnos?

The distance between Nisyros to Kalymnos is approximately 23.1 miles (37.2km) or 20 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Nisyros Kalymnos ferry?

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

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries & SAOS Ferries ferries between Nisyros and Kalymnos.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Nisyros to Kalymnos 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 - Kalymnos Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price £19*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 1h 55m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 30m
First Ferry 10:40
Last Ferry 21:10
Distance 20 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.


Kalymnos Guide

The Greek island of Kalymnos lies in the south east Aegean Sea and is located between the islands of Kos and Leros, and is one of the Dodecanese group of islands. The island is quite small with a land area of just over 100 sq. km but despite this it is the fourth largest of all the Dodecanese islands. The island's name has changed over its history. It was first named Kalynda, then Kalymna and then finally, Kalymnos. The island's capital is Pothis, although the most of the island's residents live in Chora, and is the island's second largest town.

Kalymnos is known for its sponge divers and sponge fisheries and it's inland terrain is steep and rocky and is popular with climbers. There are over 1,300 different climbing routes on the island that range in difficulty and terrain. Some routes are on slabs, some on big walls or on overhangs. The landscape used to be a curse for the island's residents but as it attracts visitors to the island it is now a blessing, certainly in terms of tourism.

There is a frequent ferry service to Piraeus, Rhodes and to the other Dodecanese islands. There are also ferry routes operating to the Cyclades islands, Samos and, during the summer season, to Chios, Mytilini, and Thessaloniki.

Nisyros to Kalymnos
Ferry Timetables

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

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
SAOS Ferries 17:50 20:35 2 hours 45 minutes Sat
Blue Star Ferries 18:20 20:35 2 hours 15 minutes Sun
Blue Star Ferries 22:20 00:30 2 hours 10 minutes Wed

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