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You can get to Patmos via ferry or plane to nearby islands and then take a boat from there.:
By Ferry
There are ferries to Patmos from Piraeus, the main port of Athens. Patmos is also connected by ferry with Leros, Lipsi, Kalymnos, Kos, and Rhodes islands.
Piraeus - Patmos: Access to the island of Patmos is achieved mainly through the ferry lines that connect the only commercial port of Patmos in Skala with Piraeus and the surrounding islands. From Piraeus (the port of Athens), there are several weekly ferries by Blue Star Ferries. The travelling time from Athens to Patmos takes about 8 hours. Tickets can be purchased from Blue Star Ferries headquarters or travel agencies. Ferries usually leave through gate E1 in the port of Piraeus (to Dodecanese).
You can find information about the shipping schedule at the following links:
Dodekanisos seaways: You can enjoy 30% discount if you book your trip through our concierge service.
By Catamaran
During the summer months and usually starting from April - May (just before Easter), the company Dodekanisos Seaways operates daily services connecting Patmos with the following neighbouring islands: Symi, Kos, Rhodes, Kalymnos, Leros, Lipsi and Samos. Almost every travel agency is a point of sale. The duration of your trip varies depending on the island of departure.
By Private Boat
In addition to the ferries, you can reach Patmos by private boat, overlooking the Aegean Sea. In some locations, such as the bay of Grikos, vessels can tie up to the pier, where supply services are provided.
By Airplane
From Athens Airport "El. Venizelos" by air. There is no airport in Patmos. The closest airport to Patmos is in Leros and Kos, Rodes, Samos, and Kalymnos islands. From there, a connection to Patmos by ferry.
By Helicopter
You can also reach the island of Patmos using a private helicopter.
Are you already at Patmos?
Silver Beach Hotel, is located in the village of Grikos, in Grikos bay, on the southeastern side of Patmos, almost 4.5 kilometers from the port -Skala. Upon arrival at Skala, you may hop in a taxi, which will take you to the hotel in about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you may arrange your transfer through the hotel, using our private transfer services. Finally, you may use public transportation. The bus goes by several times a day and stops about 50 meters away from the bay of Grikos. You may find the timetable here