Ferries from Kalymnos to Symi
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The sea crossing between Kalymnos and Symi is operated by the sailing companies Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways which jointly provide 7 weekly sailings with travel times that range between 2 hours and 5 hours 50 minutes and typically morning and afternoon departures. Although this a quite a short journey, each vessel is fully equipped and comfortable to ensure that you enjoy your time on board.
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| Route: KALYMNOS - SYMI |
| Average Weekly Sailings: 4 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: 2 |
| Operators: BLUE STAR FERRIES, DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS |
| First Ferry: 11:05 |
| Last Ferry: 14:25 |
| Average trip duration: 3 h 28 min |
| Distance: 134.52 Km |
Passengers with tickets for routes between Italy or Greece with Anek Superfast receive a 30% discount on onward tickets to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Crete and the Northeast Aegean islands with Blue Star Ferries.
30% discount
Children under 5 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Children aged between 5 and 10 receive a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
Children between the ages of 5 and 10 are eligible for a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
Children from 0 to 5 years of age travel free but will not be designated an individual seat or accommodation.
100% discount
The port of Pothia is located on the island of Kalymnos and provides connections to the Dodecanese islands. The port is the busiest place on the west coast of the island and the area around the port offers many services. Pothia is a natural port and has been popular since the end of 1800s, it is both functional and picturesque, with pretty white houses and pastel colors. The port is located in the immediate vicinity of the center, which is easily accessible on foot.... [More information]
Address: The Kalymnos Trail Pothia 852 00, Greece
Directions: Google Map @ Kalymnos, port
On the small and little known island of Symi, you can get away from mass tourism and find the real Greece. The island is rocky and rugged and is inhabited by just over two thousand people that keep it alive thanks to tourism in the summer. In the port of Gialos, you can admire yachts and boats of all kinds during the summer season. History The history of the island is similar to the rest of the Cycladic and Dodecanese islands. First, there were the Dorians, then the Romans, Venetians, Turks and finally the Italians. The island has been home to many shipyards since ancient times thanks to the h... [More information]
Want to learn more about your trip from KALYMNOS to SYMI?
The duration of the crossing from KALYMNOS to SYMI is usually 5 hours 50 minutes with BLUE STAR FERRIES and 5 hours 20 minutes with DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator BLUE STAR FERRIES carries out 3 weekly itineraries and DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS carries out 7 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from KALYMNOS to SYMI varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
This line is used for transporting vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, campers and trucks. Board with your vehicle by following the instructions at your port of departure.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from SYMI to KALYMNOS .