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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Kos
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Kos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Kos will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Kos on Sun, Feb 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Kos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Kos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €41.
Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€74 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Kos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 11h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Kos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Kos ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR DELOS | 10:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 11h55 | 9:55 PM Port of Kos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Kos
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Ferries from Athens to Kos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €41 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 181 nautical miles (337 km) distance in 11h 5m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Kos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 181 nautical miles (337 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 11h 5m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to KosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Kos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Kos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Kos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Kos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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