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Ferry from Symi to Astypalea

Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Symi to Astypalea. Symi Astypalea ferries cost between 36€ and 125€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Symi Astypalea ferries.

Symi Astypalea Ferry Times

The first Symi Astypalea ferry typically departs from Symi at around 17:30. The last ferry usually departs at 19:15.

How long is the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

The Symi Astypalea ferry trip can take around 8 hours 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 8 hours 15 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Symi Astypalea Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Symi to Astypalea provided by Blue Star Ferries.

Symi Astypalea Ferry Prices

Symi Astypalea ferry prices typically range between 36€* and 125€*. The average price is typically 66€*. The cheapest Symi Astypalea ferry prices start from 36€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 66€*. The average price for a car is 214€*.

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 March 2025.

How far is it from Symi to Astypalea?

The distance between Symi to Astypalea is approximately 102.9 miles (165.6km) or 89.4 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Symi Astypalea ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Symi and Astypalea. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Symi and Astypalea.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Symi to Astypalea?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Symi and Astypalea.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Symi to Astypalea with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Symi - Astypalea Ferry Route Summary
Departure DestinationDodecanese Islands
DestinationDodecanese Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries
Average Price€66
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings1
Average Sailing Duration8 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration8 h 15 m
First Ferry17:30
Last Ferry19:15
Distance89 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Symi to Astypalea Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

    The ferry crossing time from Symi to Astypalea is approximately 8 hours 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

    Symi to Astypalea ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Symi to Astypalea is 66€. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Symi to Astypalea?

    Blue Star Ferries provide the ferries from Symi to Astypalea.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Symi to Astypalea?

    Book ferries from Symi to Astypalea through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Symi to Astypalea with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Symi to Astypalea with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Symi to Astypalea?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Symi to Astypalea?

    The distance from Symi to Astypalea is 89 nautical miles.

Symi Guide

The Greek island of Symi is one of the Dodecanese Islands and is located around 40 km to the north west of the island of Rhodes and 420 km from the Port of Piraeus. Symi's closest neighbours are the Datca and Bozburun peninsulars of Mugla Province in Turkey. The island's terrain is mainly mountainous and its coastline is made up of either beaches and secluded coves, or rocky cliffs. Located on the north east coast of the island is its main town, also called Symi. The lower town is the area around the harbour, called Yialos, and the upper town is called Horio or Ano Symi. There isn't a great deal to see or do on the island, and this is perhaps where its charm is. Apart from lazing on the beach or swimming in its crystal clear waters the Monastery of the Archangel Panormitis, which is an early 18th century Greek Orthodox monastery built on the coast in the south west of the country, is worth visiting. Overlooking Ano Symi is the Kastro which was built by the Knights of St. John as an expansion of a Byzantine castle on the same site. Quite a bit of the structure remains and there are also signs of an ancient citadel on which two later castles were built.


Astypalea Guide

The Greek island of Astypalea lies in the eastern Aegean Sea and is one of the 12 islands that make up the Dodecanese group of islands. The island, which sits at the point where the Dodecanese meet the Cyclades islands, has a long history and is characterised by typically Greek whitewashed villages and lovely beaches. Astypalaia is also the westernmost island of the Dodecanese and is naturally separated into Mesa Nisi (the inner island, western part) and Exo Nisi (the outer island, eastern part) by a thin strip of land less than 100 m wide.

The island's capital, and home to its port, is Chora and is regarded as one of the most picturesque towns in the Aegean. The town sits atop a rock that protrudes into the sea, forming two bays. Towering above Chora is a castle with the white domes of Evangelistria and Agios Georgios churches visible above its walls. Around the castle lie Chora’s houses with whitewashed walls, blue doors and windows, and wooden balconies.

The island is connected to the port of Piraeus and also to the other islands in the Dodecanese, the Cycladic islands and to Crete.

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