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The link between Symi and Astypalea is served by Blue Star Ferries only who operate one connection per week with primarily afternoon departures and traveling times shorter than 8 hours 30 minutes. This line allows you to transport cars, motorbikes, campers and trucks - when boarding, simply follow the instructions at the departure port. For your comfort, services such as bars, shops and self service restaurants will be available during the crossing. Also, you can select from regular seating or various cabin options when booking.
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Route: SYMI - ASTYPALEA |
Average Weekly Sailings: 1 weekly sailing |
Sailing Days: Monday |
No. of Operators: 1 |
Operators: BLUE STAR FERRIES |
First Ferry: 17:30 |
Last Ferry: 17:30 |
Average trip duration: 8 h 30 min |
Distance: 215.28 Km |
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.
The port of Symi is located to the north of the island and is surrounded by mountains and the village of Ano Symi that has beaches, areas of historical interest and other places to visit nearby. The port provides connections to the Dodecanese and Cyclades islands and is connected to the port of Piraeus. It is located a short distance from the center of Horio and is connected by large stairways. The island can be visited on foot or on scooters, which can be rented near the port. The nearest airport to Symi is Rhodes, an island well connected to the port of Symi. From Rhodes airport there is a b... [More information]
Address: Akti Navarchou Ioannou, Simi 856 00, Greece
Directions: Google Map @ Symi, port
Astypàlea is a rugged and rocky island that belongs to the Dodecanese islands in the southeastern Aegean Sea. This is a remote and wild island with a completely barren almost lunar landscape with a special charm. The little white houses clinging to the coastline is in contrast with the sea which has many shades of blue. Astypàlea is formed of two separate islands, Messa Nixi and Oxo Nixi, joined by a strip of land that make it similar to the shape of a butterfly. History The history of this island is similar to the other Dodecanese and Cycladic islands, it has been co... [More information]
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The duration of the crossing from SYMI to ASTYPALEA is usually 8 hours 30 minutes with BLUE STAR FERRIES. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator BLUE STAR FERRIES carries out 1 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from SYMI to ASTYPALEA 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 are able to transport both passengers and vehicles.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from ASTYPALEA to SYMI .