About Dodekanisos Seaways
Dodekanisos Seaways runs fast catamarans that link the Dodecanese islands with each other: Rhodes, Symi, Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Lipsi and Patmos all year, and in summer also Chalki, Tilos, Nisyros and Astypalaia.
It is the easiest way to island hop in the Dodecanese once you have flown to Rhodes or Kos, or arrived on the Blue Star ferry from Piraeus.
Dodekanisos Seaways routes & prices
Sample sailings from our booking engine: the time and the lowest one-way fare for one adult (October 2026; summer lines June 2027). Search your date for the live list.
| Route | Time | Fares from | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhodes – Symi | 1 h – 1 h 25 m | €18 | All year |
| Rhodes – Kos | 2 h 05 m – 2 h 25 m | €29 | All year |
| Kos – Kalymnos | 35 min | €12 | All year |
| Kos – Leros | 1 h 20 m | €17 | All year |
| Leros – Lipsi | 20 min | €11 | All year |
| Patmos – Lipsi | 1 h 25 m | €10 | All year |
| Patmos – Leros | 45 min | €39 | All year |
| Rhodes – Chalki | 1 h 10 m | €16 | Summer |
| Rhodes – Tilos | 1 h 50 m | €24 | Summer |
| Kos – Astypalaia | 1 h 50 m | €26 | Summer |
Children travel at reduced fares. Other discounts, such as for students, large families or people with disabilities, apply only to Greek citizens. For a cabin, vehicle or group, ask us for a quote.
Tickets, check-in & on board
Check-in
Your ticket is an e-ticket. In Rhodes, check which harbour your boat leaves from (Kolona or Mandraki).
Seats and luggage
Seats are inside; big bags go in the luggage area at the entrance.
Weather
In strong winds the fast boats can be delayed or cancelled; the company moves you to another sailing.
Vehicles
The fast catamarans carry passengers only. For a car, use the Blue Star ferries.
Campers, vans & vehicles
Taking a camper, motorhome, van or your boat on a trailer to the islands? Big vehicles need a little more planning on Greek ferries. Here is what to know, for holidays and for business.
Measure and declare
Give the exact length and height of your camper, van or car with caravan, including bike racks, roof boxes and tow bars. The ferry fare and deck space depend on them, and a vehicle bigger than booked may be refused or charged extra at the port.
Gas and fuel
Vehicles running on LPG or other gas, and hybrid or electric vehicles, must be declared when you book. Gas tanks may be filled to no more than 50% and EV batteries charged to no more than 40%. Make sure gas bottles are turned off before boarding.
At the port
Be at the port at least 1 hour before departure. Large vehicles are loaded in the order set by the port authority, so arriving early helps. Book well ahead in July and August: garage space for big vehicles runs out first.
On board
Only the driver stays with the vehicle to drive it on and off; everyone else boards on foot. Nobody may stay in the vehicle during the crossing, so take what you need for the trip with you.
Boat on a trailer
Taking your own boat? We also book ferry tickets for a car towing a boat trailer. Give the total length of car, trailer and boat together, and the height of the boat on the trailer, including any mast, frame or outboard engine.
Vans and goods
Vans carrying goods, tools or equipment for work may be booked as commercial vehicles, with a different fare and different paperwork from a private car. Tell us what the vehicle carries and its weight.
Teams and fleets
Several vehicles and drivers on the same sailing, or regular crossings for a project? We book them together so your team travels on the same ship.
Exact dimensions
Length, height and weight decide the category. Include racks, ladders and trailers, and tell us if anything is loaded on the roof.
Timing
Commercial vehicles may need to be at the port earlier than cars. We confirm the exact check-in time and gate for your sailing.
Company invoice
Travelling for work? We issue an invoice in your company’s name. Send us the company name, address and VAT number with your quote request.
Dodekanisos Seaways FAQ
Where does Dodekanisos Seaways sail?
Between Rhodes, Symi, Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Lipsi and Patmos all year, and to Chalki, Tilos, Nisyros and Astypalaia in summer.
How much is Rhodes to Symi?
From €18 on Dodekanisos Seaways; the Blue Star ferry is from €7 (October 2026).
Can I take a car?
No, the fast boats carry passengers only; Blue Star carries cars between the main islands.