Kos to Athens ferry with Blue Star Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Athens

Showing times and prices for Mar 05

Cheapest price

€63

Average price

€66

Fastest journey

11 h 50 m

Average duration

11 h 50 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

337 km

Cheap tickets

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 €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Kos for Athens on Thu, Mar 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Mar 05 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .

On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 50 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 Ferries
06:30PM11h50
Kos
06:20AMAthens
631One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
04:30PM11h50
Kos
04:20AMAthens
671One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
03:30PM11h50
Kos
03:20AMAthens
671One-way
0 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 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €39.

Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)

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Flight

€74

Average price

Cheapest

€87

Average price

13h 23m

Average total duration

12h 23m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Blue Star Ferries

Most popular ferry company

Aegean Airlines

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Direct Options

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Kos to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
09:35PM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
12h45
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
11h40
Sailing Days
Tue, Sun

Live departures

Kos to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Kos to Athens ferries for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 4:27 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR DELOS7:35 PM Port of Kos
12h45
8:20 AM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Why should you book Kos to Athens ferries with Omio?

Blue Star Ferries operates all ferries services from Kos to Athens.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Kos to Athens.

Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kos to Athens.

Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Kos to Athens.

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 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €39 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.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €39
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
181 nautical miles (337 km)
Average sailing duration
12h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€63
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
8
Fastest ferry
10h 5m
First ferry
00:20
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €39

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 €39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 5m
Cheapest Price
€63
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Kos to Athens can start from as little as €63 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Kos to Athens is €74; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Kos to Athens is 10h 5m to travel the 337 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Kos to Athens leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Kos to Athens leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Kos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Kos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Kos to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Kos to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Kos to Athens, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Athens. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Kos and Athens and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Athens from Kos is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Kos to Athens is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kos and Athens including taking a ferry and flight.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Kos to Athens

Kos
Athens
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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