Book your Symi – Lakki ferry crossing here for a direct link between the colourful harbour of Symi and Leros’s main port. Departing from Symi, the journey carries you across the Dodecanese towards Lakki, a broad, sheltered bay on the island of Leros. It is a lovely sea passage for island-hoppers heading from Symi’s steep, neoclassical waterfront to Leros’s quieter landscapes and distinctive Italian-era architecture. Choose your preferred sailing and begin planning the next stretch of your Greek island adventure.
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How long is the travel time for Symi – Lakki?
The Symi to Lakki ferry route links the colourful harbour of Symi with Lakki on Leros, crossing the Aegean between islands of the Dodecanese. Sailing duration can vary with the operator’s routing, intermediate island calls, vessel type and sea conditions, so the journey time may differ between departures.
Methods of Travel Symi – Lakki
For the Symi – Lakki ferry route, both Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries offer travel options that do not require a vehicle. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for travellers continuing their Dodecanese island journey from Symi to Lakki on Leros, with the sea passage itself becoming part of the change of pace between islands.
Are pets allowed on the Symi – Lakki route?
Pets can be booked on the Symi – Lakki ferry route with both Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries, so your four-legged companion can join you on the crossing from Symi to Leros. Add your pet when making the reservation to ensure it is included in your travel arrangements.
Check-in Information Symi – Lakki
For the Symi to Lakki ferry, allow plenty of time to begin your Dodecanese island journey without a last-minute rush. Dodekanisos Seaways asks passengers and vehicles to check in at least 60 minutes before departure, and you will need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Blue Star Ferries requires passenger and vehicle check-in at least 120 minutes before departure; a supplier ticket is not required at check-in.
Keep an accepted form of identification ready, as both operators accept an ID card or passport and require a passport for this route option. Travelling on foot is possible with either operator, so you can step ashore at Lakki ready to explore Leros at an easy island pace.
Symi to Lakki ferry
The ferry from Symi to Lakki links two distinctive islands in Greece’s Dodecanese, carrying you from Symi’s graceful harbour, framed by colourful neoclassical houses, to Leros and its wide, sheltered bay. Leaving Symi feels like a gentle pause between island days, with the Aegean opening out as you head north-west towards Lakki. Lakki is the principal port area of Leros and has a character all of its own, known for its broad waterfront and striking Italian-era architecture. From here, the island’s quiet coves, traditional villages and rugged inland landscapes are within easy reach.
It is possible to travel on the Symi – Lakki route as a foot passenger, as neither Dodekanisos Seaways nor Blue Star Ferries requires you to bring a vehicle. Both operators permit pet bookings, so your four-legged companion can be part of the island adventure. Accommodation is required for the route options offered by both Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries. Bring the travel documentation required for your sailing; both operators list passport and ID documentation, with a passport requirement stated for this route.
Compare and book your Symi – Lakki crossing
This page brings the available ferry options together, making it easier to choose the crossing that suits the rhythm of your Greek island journey. For check-in, Dodekanisos Seaways asks passengers and vehicles to arrive at least 60 minutes before departure and requires the supplier ticket, while Blue Star Ferries requires at least 120 minutes for passenger and vehicle check-in and does not require the supplier ticket at check-in. Choose your preferred sailing, add the travellers and any pet booking, and look forward to arriving in Lakki with Leros waiting beyond the harbour.
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