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Book Karystia ferry tickets
Karystia sails 4 routes to 3 destinations, with departures from ports including Lavrio, Kea (Tzia), Kythnos. Compare Karystia sailings and book your tickets on Openferry.
Karystia timetables are seasonal, so the number of sailings and departure times change through the year. Search your route and travel dates for current times and prices.
Popular Karystia routes
Karystia fares and sailing times
Karystia ticket prices depend on the route, the travel date and how far ahead you book. Most routes have more sailings in peak season.
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Foot passenger tickets are the cheapest way to travel with Karystia.
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Vehicle tickets are required if you bring a vehicle, priced by vehicle size.
Karystia vessels
The Karystia fleet has one vessel. Facilities on board are listed below.
Travelling with Karystia as a foot passenger or with a vehicle
Foot passengers can travel on every Karystia route and most sailings also carry vehicles.
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Foot passengers can travel on all routes.
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Vehicles carried on board: Car < 4.25m, Car > 4.25m, Motorcycle < 250 cc, Motorcycle > 250 cc, Trike, Campervan, Trailer < 4m.
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Foot passengers should check in at least 60 minutes before departure.
Karystia luggage allowance
Keep valuables, travel documents and medication with you during the crossing. Larger bags can usually be left in the luggage area on board.
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Label every bag with your name and contact details.
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Flammable, explosive and other hazardous items are not allowed on board.
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You are responsible for your luggage at all times, including bags left in the luggage area.
Travelling with pets on Karystia
Pet rules vary by route and vessel, so check the rules for your Karystia sailing before you book.
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Bring your pet’s passport or health certificate and microchip details.
Karystia tickets, check-in and boarding
Karystia issues e-tickets. Show your ticket on your phone at the port, with no check-in needed.
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Show your e-ticket on your phone or in the Openferry app at the gate.
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Every passenger needs a valid ID card or passport.
Book, manage, travel — all in the Openferry app
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Changes, cancellations and payment
Change and refund rules depend on the fare you book. The conditions for your ticket are shown before you pay.
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Karystia tickets can be changed up to 24 hours before departure, subject to fare rules.
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Cancel up to 0 hours before departure for a refund of up to 100%, depending on how early you cancel.
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Open tickets stay valid for 365 days.
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Payments are encrypted and support is available from booking to boarding.
Why book Karystia with Openferry
Openferry shows Karystia alongside the other ferry operators on your route, so you can compare times and prices before you book.
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Live availability and prices from Karystia and the other operators on the route.
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Secure payment, with your booking confirmation sent by email and saved in the app.
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Customer support in your language, from booking to boarding.
Karystia FAQs
Common questions about booking and sailing with Karystia.
Arrive at least 60 minutes before departure.
Yes. Karystia carries vehicles on most sailings. Add your vehicle when you search to see the options and prices.
Not always. Cabins are usually offered on longer and overnight Karystia crossings. Search your route to see whether your sailing has them.
Most tickets can be changed up to 24 hours before departure, subject to the fare rules shown before you pay.
Other ferry operators in Greece
Karystia is one of several operators sailing these routes. Compare them all on Openferry.
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All Karystia routes
Kea (Tzia)
Kythnos
Lavrio
