Ferries from Astypalea to Rhodes
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The route connecting Astypalea and Rhodes is operated by 2 sailing companies that partner with NetFerry online services (Anek Superfast - Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways) which together provide 2 weekly sailings with travel times ranging between 4 hours and 9 hours 40 minutes. typically afternoon departure times for these crossings. Ferry companies operating on this line provide a faster crossing service thanks to hydrofoils. If you are on a longer journey, a wide range of seating and cabin options are available to ensure you can get maximum comfort.
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| Route: | ASTYPALEA - RHODES |
|---|---|
| Average Weekly Sailings: | 1 weekly sailing |
| Sailing Days: | Sunday |
| No. of Operators: | 2 |
| Operators: | ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES, DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS |
| First Ferry: | 20:30 |
| Last Ferry: | 20:30 |
| Average trip duration: | 9 h 40 min |
| Distance: | 246.29 Km |
🛳️ 20% Discount for Early Booking
📅 Validity Period
• Until February 28, 2025 for new bookings and ticket issuance.
• Valid for travel until December 31, 2025 for one-way or round-trip tickets.
📍 Destinations
• Ancona Igoumenitsa / Patras / Korfu: Discount applies to all fares for individual passengers and the following vehicle categories:
🚗 Car (CAR)
🚙 Electric car (EV CAR 0-40% BAT)
🚗 Car with roof box over 2 m (CAR WITH ROOF BOX OVER 2M HIGH)
🚙 Electric car with roof box over 2 m (EV CAR 0-40% BAT, ROOF BOX OVER 2M HIGH)
🚐 Minibus up to 6 m long and 2 m high (MINIBUS LOW UP TO 6M LONG AND 2M HIGH)
🚐 Electric minibus up to 6 m long and 2 m high (EV MINIBUS LOW UP TO 6M LONG AND 2M HIGH 0-40% BAT)
🚛 Trailers up to 3 m long (BAGGAGE TRL UP TO 3M)
🏍️ Motorcycles (MOTORCYCLE / MOTO 3-4 WHEELS)
• Bari Igoumenitsa / Patras / Korfu and Venice Igoumenitsa / Patras: Discount applies to all fares for individual passengers and vehicles, excluding campers over 10 m long (CAMPER XL).
🔄 Modifications and Changes
• If changes to date or itinerary are made after February 28, 2025, the difference between the early booking fare and the flyer fare will be charged.
• In case of change to open-date tickets after February 28, 2025, the difference between the early booking fare and the flyer fare will apply to new dates.
💰 Refund Policy
• Early booking tickets are non-refundable, but cancellation refunds will only be for fuel surcharge and EU ETS environmental surcharge.
• Tickets can be issued with open return (outbound with early booking discount, return with flyer fare without further early booking discount).
• Tickets initially issued with early booking discount are valid until 31.12.2025, even in case of replacements (e.g., change of travel date).
🤑 Combining Other Discounts
• The 20% discount applies on top of any other discounts, except for the child discount.
⏳ Booking Deadline
• Tickets must be issued within 10 days from the booking date.
⚠️ Limitations
• Limited capacity for early booking.
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20% discount - valid until 28 Feb 2025
Passengers with tickets for routes between Italy or Greece with Anek Superfast receive a 30% discount on onward tickets to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Crete and the Northeast Aegean islands with Blue Star Ferries.
30% discount
Children under 5 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Children aged between 5 and 10 receive a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
The offer provides a 30% discount on tickets to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Sporades, Saronic Islands, Crete, and the Northeastern Aegean Islands when combined with a Superfast Ferries ticket for the Adriatic Sea. The discount is valid for one-way or round-trip tickets for passengers and vehicles (all categories) on domestic routes.
However, the discount does not apply to fuel surcharges, pet transport fees, or the Pure cabin supplement. Additionally, discounts cannot be combined, and only the most advantageous offer will be applied. Tickets for both the Adriatic Sea and domestic routes must be purchased at the same time.
30% discount
Passengers traveling with pets must declare it at the time of ticket booking. The issuance of the ticket for the pet is mandatory and requires the registration of the following information: pet passport or health book number, category (e.g., companion, therapy, assistance), size (large > 10 kg or small <= 10 kg), and onboard location (in cabin, in kennel, or on deck).
Travel companions must carry the pet’s health book and, for EU residents, the pet passport. They must follow boarding procedures and are responsible for the animal’s care, safety, and hygiene during the journey. For dogs, cats, and ferrets, a rabies vaccination certificate is mandatory. Each passenger may travel with a maximum of 5 pets, all vaccinated and with a health book.
Children between the ages of 5 and 10 are eligible for a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount
Children from 0 to 5 years of age travel free but will not be designated an individual seat or accommodation.
100% discount
The port of Astypalea is located in Agios Andreas, about five kilometers from Chora, the main center of the island. The port has various accommodation nearby as many of the ferries arrive and depart at night. The port has connections to the ports of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese islands. To reach the center of the island you can use public transport, there is a frequent service that departs from the exit of the port. The port also has frequent connections to the airport, from which you can fly to Athens or to other islands in the archipelago such as Leros or Rhodes.... [More information]
Address: Agios Andreas, Astipalea, Grecia
Directions: Google Map @ Astypalea, port
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands and has long been considered a borderland because it is close to the Turkish coasts. It is an important hub and capital in the Dodecanese, Rhodes has organized towns and a tourist thriving economy, so it has always been the beating heart of this part of Greece. Places to visit The island has remarkable natural beauty and a fantastic climate, with around 300 days of good weather per year and it has been nicknamed 'the island of the sun'. Its geographical location gave the island both good fortune and constant invasions over the centur... [More information]
Want to learn more about your trip from ASTYPALEA to RHODES?
The duration of the crossing from ASTYPALEA to RHODES is usually 9 hours 40 minutes with ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES and 4 hours with DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator ANEK SUPERFAST - BLUE STAR FERRIES carries out 2 weekly itineraries and DODEKANISOS SEAWAYS carries out 1 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from ASTYPALEA to RHODES varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
The ferries on this route, allow transportation of cars, motorcycles, campers and trucks.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from RHODES to ASTYPALEA .