Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry

The Rhodes Kalymnos ferry route connects two popular holiday destinations in the Dodecanese Islands and is currently available to book with 2 ferry companies all year round. Blue Star Ferries offer 5 weekly sailings and Dodekanisos Seaways also offer 5 weekly sailings. The distance between Rhodes ferry port and Kalymnos ferry port is approximately 67 nautical miles (124km), with Dodekanisos Seaways providing the fastest crossing time in around 2 hours and 45 minutes, making it an essential transport link for passengers travelling between the islands of Greece.

Unfortunately, there is not a high speed ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos. However, conventional ferries are still able to transport passengers in a quick time, reaching speeds of up to 21 knots.

Choose between 10 ferries from Rhodes to Kalymnos each week with up to 2 sailings available per day. Passengers are welcome to bring their cars onboard this ferry service. However, please keep in mind that only 1 vehicle is allowed per booking.

Prices for the ferry to Kalymnos from Rhodes might change depending on the season you want to travel. The cheapest ferry tickets are typically available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry discounts.

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Rhodes - Kalymnos Ferry Route Summary
Departure Country	Dodecanese Islands
Destination Country	Dodecanese Islands
No. of Operators	3
Operators	Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries
Average Price	$58
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	8
Average Sailing Duration	3 h
Fastest Sailing Duration	2 h 45 m
First Ferry	02:30
Last Ferry	18:15
Distance	79 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry Most Popular Questions

How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?

The ferry crossing time from Rhodes to Kalymnos is approximately 3 hours. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.
How much is the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?

Rhodes to Kalymnos ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos is $58. Price exclusive of booking fees.
Which ferry companies operate between Rhodes to Kalymnos?
There are 3 popular ferry operators for Rhodes to Kalymnos. These are
How can I book ferry tickets from Rhodes to Kalymnos?

Book ferries from Rhodes to Kalymnos through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Rhodes to Kalymnos with
Can you take your car on the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Rhodes to Kalymnos with
Can you bring pets on the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:
- Blue Star Ferries
- Dodekanisos Seaways
How far is Rhodes to Kalymnos?

The distance from Rhodes to Kalymnos is 79 nautical miles.

Rhodes Guide

The Greek island of Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and lies in the eastern Aegean Sea, to the north east of the island of Crete and south east of Athens. The island is also a short distance off the coast of Turkey. Rhodes Town is the island's capital and main town and its Old Town is a rich tapestry made up of different civilisations and cultures. The city's medieval walls, its fortress like buildings, the gates, bastions, narrow alleys, old houses, fountains and busy squares combine to make all visitors feel as though they have stepped back thousands of years. Outside of Rhodes Town the island has a number of small villages and beach resorts that are popular with tourists. The main ones are Faliraki, Lindos, Kremasti, Pefkos, Archangelos, Haraki, Koskinou, Afantou, Paradisi, Trianta and Embona.

From the island's port, ferry services depart to Piraeus by both conventional and high speed ferry. The island is also connected to the rest of the Dodecanese Islands, the Cyclades Islands and to Crete during the summer months.

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.

Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/24/2025 and 3/30/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Dodekanisos Seaways	08:00	10:50	2 hours 50 minutes	Sat, Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways	08:00	11:00	3 hours	Mon, Tue
SAOS Ferries	11:45	20:10	8 hours 25 minutes	Fri
Blue Star Ferries	16:00	23:10	7 hours 10 minutes	Tue
Blue Star Ferries	17:00	21:15	4 hours 15 minutes	Mon, Fri
Blue Star Ferries	17:00	22:30	5 hours 30 minutes	Thu
Blue Star Ferries	18:15	01:10	6 hours 55 minutes	Sat