Kalymnos – Leros
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
Kalymnos – Leros
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 12 weekly sailings between Kalymnos and Leros. 3 ferry operators provide the ferries from Kalymnos to Leros, Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. Kalymnos Leros ferries take around 45 minutes. The ferry costs between $33.86 and $183.59, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kalymnos to Leros.
The earliest Kalymnos Leros ferry typically departs Kalymnos at about 06:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:00.
Ferries from Kalymnos to Leros sail in around 45 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 40 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 12 weekly sailings from Kalymnos to Leros provided by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Blue Star Ferries provide 2 sailings weekly. Dodekanisos Seaways provide 10 sailings weekly. SAOS Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly.
The price of a ferry from Kalymnos to Leros typically range between $33.86* and $183.59*. On average the Kalymnos Leros ferry is $90.25*. The cheapest Kalymnos Leros ferry prices start from $33.86*. The average price for a foot passenger is $90.22*. The average price for a car is $197.48*.
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 1 April 2025.
The distance between Kalymnos to Leros is approximately 14 miles (23km) or 12 nautical miles.
Yes, Kalymnos Leros ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries between Kalymnos and Leros. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Kalymnos and Leros use our Deal Finder.
Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries allow foot passengers on Kalymnos Leros ferries.
Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways allow pets on ferries from Kalymnos to Leros. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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Forming part of the Dodecanese group of islands, the Greek island of Kalymnos lies in the south east Aegean Sea, to the west of the Bodrum Peninsular between the Greek islands of Kos and Leros. Kos is around 12 km to the south of Kalymnos and Leros is around 2 km to the north. After the islands of Kos and Rhodes, Kalymnos is the third most populous island in the Dodecanese and is known for its affluent population.
The island's terrain is characterised by many mountains and a coastline littered with sheltered coves which make it the perfect destination for a sailing holiday. The island has also been referred to as the "Sponge divers island" because sponge diving has taken place in the islands crystal clear waters for many years. The trade in sponges has brought a significant amount of wealth to the island and has made it famous throughout the Mediterranean.
The island's capital is called Pothia and is also home to the island's port. It is a colourful town that is spread out over the foot and slopes of two hills and the valley between them. There are regular ferry services to Piraeus, Rhodes, Samos and to the other islands in the Dodecanese and the Cyclades.
Leros is a Greek island and is one of the Dodecanese group of islands and lies between the islands of Patmos and Kalymnos. Legend has it that Leros is where the goddess Artemis would go hunt as it was home to a large population of deer. The island's long history can easily be observed in the many ancient monuments that are spread around the island. Popular attractions include the Medieval Castle and the island's interesting museums. The most visited places on the island are Alinda and Agia Marina but for the more adventurous, a drive around the island will not disappoint as there are a number of lovely beaches with crystal clear waters waiting to be discovered. The island is also popular with scuba divers who visit to explore the many ancient shipwrecks that lie on the seabed around the island.
From the island's port there are daily ferry connections to the port of Piraeus and by conventional ferry and hydrofoil to most of the Greek islands of the Dodecanese like Patmos, Lipsi, Samos, Kos, Rhodes, Symi and Nisyros. There are also weekly connection to some of the islands of the Cyclades like Syros and Amorgos.
