How to travel from Andros to Kalymnos, Greece
The distance between Andros and Kalymnos is around 297km (184 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 30m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Andros to Kalymnos by ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kalymnos → Andros if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Mykonos then fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Kalymnos (JKL).
- Duration5h 10m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€185($185)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Syros and then to Kalymnos.
- Duration7h 10m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€160($160)
Multiple ferry operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Andros and Kalymnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Andros to Kalymnos by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €77 ($77) and will take around 9h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus, then take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €165 ($165).
The distance between Andros and Kalymnos is around 297km (184 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 210km (130 miles)
It takes around 7h 10m to get from Andros and Kalymnos by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Andros to Kalymnos is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Andros and Kalymnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €77 ($77) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Andros and Kalymnos. We recommend that you take the bus to Gavrio then take a ferry to Rafina then fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Andros and Kalymnos. We recommend that you take the bus to Gavrio then take a ferry to Rafina then fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Andros and Kalymnos. The ferry typically takes around 7h 10m and departs twice a week.
Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries and Golden Star Ferries run the ferry services between Andros and Kalymnos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 7h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Andros to Kalymnos. We recommend that you take the bus to Gavrio then take a ferry to Rafina then fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 4h 30m.
The closest major airport to Kalymnos is Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) (JKL) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Kalymnos. Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) and Leros Airport (LRS) (LRS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Andros to Kalymnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Syros and then to Kalymnos. instead which will take 7h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Andros to Kalymnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 7h 10m and will usually cost around €160 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Andros and Kalymnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 2 similar | 5h 10m | €185($185) | once daily | 538km (335 miles) |
| Ferry to Tinos, plane | 5h 45m | €270($270) | once daily | 599km (372 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Plane | 4h 30m | €165($165) | twice daily | 522km (324 miles) |
Ferry + 1 similar | 7h 10m | €160($160) | twice a week | 297km (184 miles) |
| Ferry via Tinos | 9h 15m | €77($77) | once a week | 408km (253 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Andros and Kalymnos
Ferry operators
Fast Ferries
Hellenic Seaways
Airlines
Sky Express
Airports near Kalymnos
The following major airports near Kalymnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
- Distance
- 6km (4 miles) from Kalymnos
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
- Distance
- 24km (15 miles) from Kalymnos
Leros Airport (LRS)
- Distance
- 60km (37 miles) from Kalymnos