Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry
🚢 Rhodes → Kalymnos — this week
13 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Thu 23 Jul): 2 ferries — first at 08:00
Operated by Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries · crossing 2h45m–8h55m
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Rhodes to Kalymnos Ferry
Rhodes to Kalymnos -- At a Glance
- Season: Year-round service.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day, year-round.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
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Travelling from Rhodes to Kalymnos puts you on one of the more rewarding short hops in the Dodecanese. Rhodes needs little introduction -- it's one of the most visited islands in Greece, with a UNESCO-listed medieval old town that rewards hours of wandering. Kalymnos is a different proposition: quieter, more rugged, and with a character shaped less by mass tourism than by sponge diving and, more recently, rock climbing. The crossing connects these two islands efficiently, and the journey itself is a pleasant stretch of Aegean sea travel.
You can expect at least one ferry a day on this route throughout the year, with frequency nudging up slightly in spring and autumn when connecting services pass through the island chain. That consistency makes it a dependable option whether you're building a longer island-hopping itinerary or simply making a direct crossing.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Rhodes to Kalymnos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Yes | 1.0 |
| February | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| March | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| April | Yes | 1.8 (1–4) |
| May | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| June | Yes | 1.7 (1–3) |
| July | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| August | Yes | 1.9 (1–3) |
| September | Yes | 1.7 (1–3) |
| October | Yes | 1.8 (1–3) |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | Yes | 1.0 |
Rhodes to Kalymnos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-07-22):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 22 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 23 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 24 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sat 25 Jul | 1 | 08:00 | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 26 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 27 Jul | 3 | 08:00, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 28 Jul | 1 | 08:00 | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Wed 29 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 30 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 31 Jul | 2 | 08:00, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sat 1 Aug | 1 | 08:00 | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2 Aug | 2 | 08:00, 17:00 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 3 Aug | 3 | 08:00, 16:30 | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 4 Aug | 1 | 08:00 | Dodekanisos Seaways |
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Tips for the Rhodes–Kalymnos Ferry
- If you're island-hopping through the Dodecanese and not doubling back, pack everything you need before you leave Rhodes -- there's no practical way to retrieve something left behind once you've sailed.
- The Aegean can be choppy in summer, particularly when the meltemi blows from the north in July and August. It rarely cancels ferries on this route, but it can make the crossing uncomfortable. Sitting towards the centre of the vessel rather than the bow helps, and fresh air on deck is almost always better than staying below.
- Acupressure wristbands are worth tucking into your bag if you'd rather avoid seasickness medication. They work for many travellers, cost very little, and have no side effects -- a low-risk addition to any island-hopping kit.
- Kalymnos rewards those who look beyond the ferry port. The island built its identity on sponge diving, and that heritage is still visible in the old warehouses near Pothia harbour and in the local museum. The limestone cliffs above Massouri have since made the island one of Europe's premier rock climbing destinations, drawing climbers from across the continent every spring and autumn. If climbing isn't your thing, the sheltered pebbly bay at Vlychadia makes for an excellent quiet swim well away from any crowds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
Typically 1 ferry per day, year-round. Service runs year-round.
Are there ferries from Rhodes to Kalymnos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Rhodes to Kalymnos this week?
Around 13 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
The first departure is usually 08:00.
How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Kalymnos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 2h45m, while the slowest takes around 8h55m. Typical crossing times by operator: Dodekanisos Seaways 2h45m–3h (hydrofoil), Blue Star Ferries 4h15m–7h10m, SAOS Ferries 8h40m–8h55m (conventional).
Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes–Kalymnos route?
The route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional, hydrofoil vessels.