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Ferry from Symi to Kalymnos

The Symi Kalymnos ferry is serviced by 3 ferry companies: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries & SAOS Ferries. Symi Kalymnos ferries take around 2 hours 39 minutes. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Symi to Kalymnos.

Symi Kalymnos Ferry Times

The first Symi Kalymnos ferry typically departs from Symi at around 08:55. The last ferry usually departs at 19:40.

How long is the ferry from Symi to Kalymnos?

The Symi Kalymnos ferry trip can take around 2 hours 39 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 2 hours 5 minutes with Dodekanisos Seaways. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Symi Kalymnos Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 5 weekly sailings from Symi to Kalymnos provided by Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries & SAOS Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Dodekanisos Seaways provide 5 sailings weekly. Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly. SAOS Ferries provide 1 sailing weekly.

Symi Kalymnos Ferry Prices

The average price is typically £67*. The cheapest Symi Kalymnos ferry prices start from £67*. The average price for a foot passenger is £67*.

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 January 25.

How far is it from Symi to Kalymnos?

The distance between Symi to Kalymnos is approximately 62.6 miles (100.7km) or 54 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Symi Kalymnos ferry?

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

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries ferries between Symi and Kalymnos.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Symi to Kalymnos with Dodekanisos Seaways & 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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Symi (Simi) - Kalymnos Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price £34*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 3h 20m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 5m
First Ferry 08:55
Last Ferry 19:40
Distance 54 nautical miles

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

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Symi to Kalymnos?

The ferry crossing time from Symi to Kalymnos is approximately 5h 03m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Symi to Kalymnos?

Symi to Kalymnos ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Symi to Kalymnos is £34. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Symi to Kalymnos?

There are 3 popular ferry operators for Symi to Kalymnos. These are
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • SAOS Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Symi to Kalymnos?

Book ferries from Symi to Kalymnos through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

How far is Kalymnos from Symi?

The distance between Symi to Kalymnos is approximately 54 nautical Miles.

Symi Kalymnos Ferry reviews

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    We just love these ferries, visiting various islands is possible with ease and comfort.

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  • "Tilos to Rhodes ferry - diagrams blue star ferry"

    Have got to say it was an enjoyable way to leave dream island. The ship and its facilities were first class.

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  • "Holiday"

    Perfect.

    'Diagoras' travelled on Diagoras

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  • "Great trip"

    The Diagoras is a large modern comfortable ferry. We were only on it for three and a half hours so cannot comment on cabins, but the corridors all looked immaculate. We had a lovely dinner in the dining room and a very pleasant trip from Rhodes to Tilos.

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Symi Guide

The Greek island of Symi is one of the Dodecanese Islands and is located around 40 km to the north west of the island of Rhodes and 420 km from the Port of Piraeus. Symi's closest neighbours are the Datca and Bozburun peninsulars of Mugla Province in Turkey. The island's terrain is mainly mountainous and its coastline is made up of either beaches and secluded coves, or rocky cliffs. Located on the north east coast of the island is its main town, also called Symi. The lower town is the area around the harbour, called Yialos, and the upper town is called Horio or Ano Symi. There isn't a great deal to see or do on the island, and this is perhaps where its charm is. Apart from lazing on the beach or swimming in its crystal clear waters the Monastery of the Archangel Panormitis, which is an early 18th century Greek Orthodox monastery built on the coast in the south west of the country, is worth visiting. Overlooking Ano Symi is the Kastro which was built by the Knights of St. John as an expansion of a Byzantine castle on the same site. Quite a bit of the structure remains and there are also signs of an ancient citadel on which two later castles were built.


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.

Symi to Kalymnos Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 20/01/2025 and 26/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Dodekanisos Seaways 08:55 12:00 3 hours 5 minutes Mon, Tue
SAOS Ferries 14:10 21:35 7 hours 25 minutes Fri
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 00:10 6 hours 40 minutes Tue
Blue Star Ferries 18:30 23:30 5 hours Thu
Blue Star Ferries 19:40 02:10 6 hours 30 minutes Sat

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