Rhodes – Leros

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Rhodes – Leros

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Ferry from Rhodes to Leros

Depending on the season their are about 9 weekly sailings between Rhodes and Leros. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Rhodes to Leros, Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Rhodes Leros ferries take around 3 hours 50 minutes. The ferry costs between $83.35 and $363.83, 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 Rhodes to Leros.

What's the ferry schedule from Rhodes to Leros?

The earliest Rhodes Leros ferry typically departs Rhodes at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 17:00.

How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Leros?

Ferries from Rhodes to Leros sail in around 3 hours 50 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 3 hours 35 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Rhodes Leros Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 9 weekly sailings from Rhodes to Leros provided by Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly. Dodekanisos Seaways provide 6 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost fromRhodes to Leros?

The price of a ferry from Rhodes to Leros typically range between $83.35* and $363.83*. On average the Rhodes Leros ferry is $183.97*. The cheapest Rhodes Leros ferry prices start from $83.35*. The average price for a foot passenger is $183.86*. The average price for a car is $550.10*.

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.

What is the distance from Rhodes to Leros?

The distance between Rhodes to Leros is approximately 104 miles (167km) or 90 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Rhodes to Leros with a car?

Yes, Rhodes Leros ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways between Rhodes and Leros. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Rhodes and Leros use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Rhodes to Leros?

Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways allow foot passengers on Rhodes Leros ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Rhodes to Leros?

Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways allow pets on ferries from Rhodes to Leros. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Rhodes to Leros Ferry Most Popular Questions

Rhodes Guide

The Greek island of Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands and lies in the eastern Aegean Sea, to the north east of the island of Crete and south east of Athens. The island is also a short distance off the coast of Turkey. Rhodes Town is the island's capital and main town and its Old Town is a rich tapestry made up of different civilisations and cultures. The city's medieval walls, its fortress like buildings, the gates, bastions, narrow alleys, old houses, fountains and busy squares combine to make all visitors feel as though they have stepped back thousands of years. Outside of Rhodes Town the island has a number of small villages and beach resorts that are popular with tourists. The main ones are Faliraki, Lindos, Kremasti, Pefkos, Archangelos, Haraki, Koskinou, Afantou, Paradisi, Trianta and Embona.

From the island's port, ferry services depart to Piraeus by both conventional and high speed ferry. The island is also connected to the rest of the Dodecanese Islands, the Cyclades Islands and to Crete during the summer months.


Leros Guide

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.

Rhodes to Leros
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 14/04/2025 and 20/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Dodekanisos Seaways 08:00 11:35 3 hours 35 minutes Thu, Sat
Dodekanisos Seaways 08:00 11:50 3 hours 50 minutes Mon, Tue, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 16:00 21:10 5 hours 10 minutes Fri
Blue Star Ferries 17:00 00:10 7 hours 10 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 17:00 22:15 5 hours 15 minutes Wed

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