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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Athens
Cheapest price
€79
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Athens will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Kos for Athens on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 10 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.
BLUE STAR 212:05 PM9h10Port of Kos9:15 PMPort of Piraeus€791One-way0 transfers
- BLUE STAR 212:05 PM9h10Port of Kos9:15 PMPort of Piraeus€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Kos to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kos to Athens 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 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €58.
Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
13h 21m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Kos to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 18h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 9h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 12h20 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h55 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 15h20 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Kos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Athens ferries for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR PATMOS | 10:35 PM Port of Kos | 12h25 | 11:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
| BLUE STAR 2 | 12:05 PM Port of Kos | 9h10 | 9:15 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kos to Athens
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Ferries from Kos to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €58 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 10h 5m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Kos to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 181 nautical miles (337 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 10h 5m |
First ferry 12:20 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Kos to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €58. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Kos to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kos to Athens
Most Kos to Athens ferries use the Port of Kos to Port of Piraeus port pair. Use this guide to compare Kos and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries from Kos arrive at?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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