Patmos is accessible by ferry from Piraeus, the main port of Athens, as well as from nearby islands such as Leros, Lipsi, Kalymnos, Kos, and Rhodes.
Piraeus to Patmos: Ferries operated by Blue Star Ferries connect Piraeus with Patmos several times a week. The journey takes approximately 8 hours, with departures typically from Gate E1 (serving the Dodecanese).
Tickets can be purchased at Blue Star Ferries headquarters or through travel agencies.For schedules, visit:
From April or May (just before Easter) through the summer, Dodekanisos Seaways operates daily catamaran services connecting Patmos with nearby islands such as Symi, Kos, Rhodes, Kalymnos, Leros, Lipsi, and Samos. Tickets are available at most travel agencies, and travel times vary based on the departure island.For schedules, visit:
Patmos can also be reached by private boat. Some locations, like the bay of Grikos, offer piers with supply services for vessels.
While Patmos does not have an airport, the closest airports are on the islands of Leros, Kos, Rhodes, Samos, and Kalymnos. From these airports, travelers can connect to Patmos by ferry.
Another option is to reach Patmos via a private helicopter, offering a fast and convenient way to travel.
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