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Ferry from Leros to Symi

The Leros Symi ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries. Leros Symi ferries take around 3 hours 2 minutes. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Leros to Symi.

Leros Symi Ferry Times

The first Leros Symi ferry typically departs from Leros at around 00:30. The last ferry usually departs at 13:35.

How long is the ferry from Leros to Symi?

The Leros Symi ferry trip can take around 3 hours 2 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 1 hour 50 minutes with Dodekanisos Seaways. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Leros Symi Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 4 weekly sailings from Leros to Symi provided by Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Dodekanisos Seaways provide 3 sailings weekly. Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly.

Leros Symi Ferry Prices

The average price is typically £37*. The cheapest Leros Symi ferry prices start from £37*. The average price for a foot passenger is £37*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

How far is it from Leros to Symi?

The distance between Leros to Symi is approximately 74.8 miles (120.4km) or 65 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Leros Symi ferry?

Yes, Dodekanisos Seaways ferries allow cars on board ferries between Leros and Symi. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Leros and Symi.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Leros to Symi?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Dodekanisos Seaways ferries between Leros and Symi.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Leros to Symi?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Leros to Symi with Dodekanisos Seaways. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Leros - Symi (Simi) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price £35*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 2h 4m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 50m
First Ferry 01:35
Last Ferry 13:35
Distance 65 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Leros to Symi?

The ferry crossing time from Leros to Symi is approximately 3h 45m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Leros to Symi?

Leros to Symi ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Leros to Symi is £58. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Leros to Symi?

There are 2 popular ferry operators for Leros to Symi. These are
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Leros to Symi?

Book ferries from Leros to Symi through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Leros to Symi?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Leros to Symi with
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Leros to Symi?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Leros to Symi with
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Leros to Symi?

Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

How far is Symi from Leros?

The distance between Leros to Symi is approximately 65 nautical Miles.

Leros Symi Ferry reviews

  • "Great way to travel"

    We just love these ferries, visiting various islands is possible with ease and comfort.

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  • "Tilos to Rhodes ferry - diagrams blue star ferry"

    Have got to say it was an enjoyable way to leave dream island. The ship and its facilities were first class.

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  • "Holiday"

    Perfect.

    'Diagoras' travelled on Diagoras

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  • "Great trip"

    The Diagoras is a large modern comfortable ferry. We were only on it for three and a half hours so cannot comment on cabins, but the corridors all looked immaculate. We had a lovely dinner in the dining room and a very pleasant trip from Rhodes to Tilos.

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Leros Guide

The Greek island of Leros is one of the Dodecanese islands that are located in the Aegean Sea, and is around 200 km from the port of Piraeus. Leros is close to the neighbouring islands of Patmos, Lipsi, Kalymnos, Agia Kyriaki and Farmakos. The small island, measuring around 74 sq. km, has a population of just under 8,000 residents, which doubles during the summer in order to cater for visiting tourists. The beaches of Partheni and Blefouti in the north of the island are popular with tourists, as are the beaches of Gourna, Kokali and Ayia Isidoros on the west side of the island and the large bay of Alinda in the central eastern part of the island. The bay of Alinda is also home to Pangias and Crithoni beaches. The picturesque port of Agia Marina lies to the south east of the bay of Alinda, which is around a 10 minute walk to Platanos, the heart of the island.

The journey time from Piraeus to the island by ferry is around 11 hours. Leros also has also daily connections by conventional ferry and hydrofoil to most of the Greek islands of Dodecanese like Patmos, Lipsi, Samos, Kos, Rhodes, Symi and Nisyros. There are also weekly connection to some of the islands of the Cyclades like Syros and Amorgos.


Symi Guide

The Greek island of Symi is one of the Southern Dodecanese and is located to the north of the island of Rhodes and is close to the coast of south west Turkey. The island is around 13 km in length, north to south, and about 8 km east to west and has a total land area of around 70 sq. km. The four main areas on the island are Yialos, which is where the island's main harbour is located, Chorio is the top town, Pedi Bay is the valley that is located below Chorio and Nimborios is the bay and settlement that lies to the north of Yialos. Also on the island is the small village of Marathounda and the Monastery at Panormitis.

There are a number of popular sites across the island and includes a number of old churches and monasteries with one worth visiting being the Church of Constantinos and Eleni on the southern slopes of the Vigla which has lovely gardens and terraces. Also on the island, and built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, is the Monastery of the Archangel Michael at Roukouniotis which was built on the site of a 5th century monastery, which itself was built on the site of a pre-Christian temple.

Leros to Symi Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 00:30 04:25 3 hours 55 minutes Thu
Dodekanisos Seaways 13:30 15:20 1 hour 50 minutes Mon
Dodekanisos Seaways 13:35 15:30 1 hour 55 minutes Tue

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