Ferry from Kalymnos to Mastichari

When traveling from Kalymnos to Mastichari by ferry, you can take advantage of regular discounts of up to 50%. While these discounts offered vary from one company to another, you can typically expect lower-cost ferry tickets to the following passenger categories:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students of Greek Public Universities and ISIC cardholders
• Travelers with disabilities and their accompanying persons

Note: infants and children up to 4 years usually travel for free.

The conventional ferries serving the connection between Kalymnos and Mastichari are equipped with basic amenities for a comfortable and relaxed journey. Onboard, you can find seating in air-conditioned lounges and on deck, amenities for travelers with disabilities and special areas for pets.

Cabins and accommodation

Due to the short length of the trip, the ferries on the Kalymnos - Mastichari route do not have cabins. Standard seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Greek ferry companies are quite flexible when it comes to their luggage policy.

• When traveling with Lafasi ferries, you are allowed as many bags as you can carry with you, regardless of size or weight, at no extra cost.
• With ANEM Ferries you are entitled to 50 kg of baggage, free of charge.
• On ANE Kalymnou ferries you can bring up to 40 kg of luggage with you, at no extra charge.

Traveling with pets

You can travel with your pet on most ferries from Kalymnos to Mastichari in Kos, free of charge, provided you include it in your booking. Make sure to carry along the necessary certificates, tickets, and any pet supplies you may need for your trip.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Kalymnos to Mastichari:

• The port in Kalymnos can get very busy during the summer, so it is recommended to arrive there 1 hour before your ferry is schedule to depart.
• While most ferries have car decks, space is limited, so it is highly advisable to book a space for your car or motorbike as soon as possible.
• For more travel options, it is also possible to catch a ferry from Kalymnos to the main port of Kos.
• From Kos, you can easily plan a day trip to Bodrum in Turkey. For more ideas and inspiration, check out our list of the best things to do in Bodrum.
• Mastichari has regular ferry connections to Leros, Leipsoi, and Pserimos, while from the other ports of Kos you can travel to many other destinations in the Dodecanese, Cyclades, and Turkey. Check out our Map of ferries to visualize and plan your island-hopping adventure in the Aegean Sea!

Where to take the ferry from Kalymnos to Mastichari

Ferries to Mastichari usually set sail from the main port of Kalymnos, located in Chora (or Pothia). The port is in the south of the island, and in the surrounding area, you will find cafés, restarurants, shops, banks, ATMs, and parking spaces.

Where does the ferry arrive in Mastichari?

Ferries from Kalymnos normally dock at the port of Mastichari, which is on the northern shores of Kos. The seaside settlement is about 22 km west of the city of Kos.

Outside the port of Mastichari, you will find cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, car rental agencies, and a KTEL bus station.