Ferry sailings connecting the Dodecanese island of Patmos to Mykonos operate throughout the year, serviced by Blue Star Ferries as part of its cross-archipelago routes linking the Dodecanese with the Cyclades.
- Frequency: 1 time per week
- Travel Duration: 3 hours 35 minutes
- Average Ticket Price: €54.00
- Distance: 94.85 kilometers (58.94 nautical miles / ~51 nautical miles direct)
Key Route Details & FAQs
How long does the ferry ride from Patmos to Mykonos take?
The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes on standard conventional car ferries. Voyage times remain consistent, with minor variations depending on sea conditions and intermediate island stops.
How much do tickets cost from Patmos to Mykonos?
An economy passenger ticket averages around €54.00:
- Vehicle Transportation: Transporting a standard passenger car typically costs around €70 to €110 extra, while motorcycles range from €15 to €25.
- Passenger Discounts: Infants and toddlers up to 4 years old travel for free, while children aged 5 to 10, university students, and large families qualify for up to a 50% discount.
Are there direct ferry connections?
Depending on the seasonal timetable, both direct non-stop sailings and multi-stop sailings (calling at intermediate ports such as Ikaria, Samos, or Syros) operate along this route.
Useful Tips for Travelers
- Departure Port in Patmos: Ferries depart from Skala Port, the primary harbor village located on the central coast of Patmos.
- Arrival Port in Mykonos: Ships dock at Tourlos (New Port), situated about 2 km north of Mykonos Town (Chora). Local public buses, taxis, and the SeaBus water taxi line wait at the quay to transport arriving passengers into town.
- Dodecanese to Cyclades Bridge: This direct connection allows travelers to transition easily between the spiritual atmosphere of the Dodecanese (Patmos) and the vibrant lifestyle of the Cyclades (Mykonos) without traveling all the way back to Piraeus.
