The sponge divers’ island · world-class rock climbing · Telendos
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Kalymnos is the island of the sponge divers, with a colourful port town, Pothia, and dramatic limestone cliffs that have made it one of the world’s top destinations for rock climbing. Opposite the resorts of Masouri and Myrties, the islet of Telendos is a short boat ride away.
Blue Star sails from Piraeus in about 10 h 45 m – 11 h, from €60. Kos is only 35–50 minutes away (from €6), and Dodekanisos Seaways links Kalymnos with Leros and Patmos.
On the west coast, facing Telendos, close to the climbing crags.
The port town, for local life and early ferries.
Blue Star sails from Piraeus to Pothia several days a week. Kos is the nearest big island, with boats and small ferries all day, and its airport has many flights.
| From | Companies | Fastest | Fares from | When |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus | Blue Star Ferries | 10 h 45 m | €60 | Several days a week |
| Kos | Blue Star, Dodekanisos Seaways | 35–50 min | €6 | All year, daily |
| Leros | Dodekanisos Seaways | 40 min | €16 | All year |
| Patmos | Dodekanisos Seaways | 1 h 30 m | €60 | All year |
Children travel at reduced fares. Other discounts, such as for students, large families or people with disabilities, apply only to Greek citizens. For a group booking, ask us for a quote.
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October 2026 fares.
Ferries arrive at Pothia, the main town, on the south coast. Masouri and Myrties are about 20 minutes away by bus or taxi.
Ferries to the Dodecanese often leave from gate E1, at the far end of the port from the metro; Blue Star shows your gate when you check in. Allow extra time to get there.
The Blue Star ferries usually leave in the evening and sail through the night: book a cabin for a bed and your own bathroom.
Rhodes, Kos, Leros, Kalymnos and Astypalaia have airports; many travellers fly one way and sail the other, or fly to Rhodes or Kos and hop by boat.
Buses and taxis run from Pothia to Masouri and Myrties.
Small boats cross from Myrties to Telendos every few minutes in summer.
Hundreds of bolted routes; the main season is spring and autumn.
Kalymnos has a small airport with flights from Athens; Kos airport is close by boat.
Taking a camper, motorhome, van or your boat on a trailer to Kalymnos? Big vehicles need a little more planning on Greek ferries. Here is what to know, for holidays and for business.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Length, height and weight decide the category. Include racks, ladders and trailers, and tell us if anything is loaded on the roof.
Commercial vehicles may need to be at the port earlier than cars. We confirm the exact check-in time and gate for your sailing.
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.
Resorts facing Telendos at sunset.
A car-free islet with tavernas and beaches.
A quiet village at the end of the road.
Learn about the island’s sponge-diving history.
A green valley ending in a fjord-like inlet.
Masouri has bars with sunset views over Telendos; Pothia’s waterfront is lively in the evening with locals.
About 10 h 45 m – 11 hours from Piraeus on Blue Star.
From €60 one way for 1 adult (November 2026).
Boats cross all day in 35–50 minutes, from €6.
Ferries to the Dodecanese often leave from gate E1, at the far end of the port; Blue Star shows your gate when you check in.
Yes, on Blue Star. Get a vehicle quote.
