Kos to Athens ferry with Blue Star Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Athens

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 17

Cheapest price on Oct 17

€79

Average ticket price on Oct 17

€79

Fastest journey on Oct 17

11 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Oct 17

11 h 40 m

Ferries on Oct 17

1

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 €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.

Fast ferries

On Sat, Oct 17, we found 1 ferries from Kos to Athens, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 17 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .

On Sat, Oct 17 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 40 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 FerriesBLUE STAR PAROS
    1:05 AM11h40
    Port of Kos
    12:45 PMPort of Piraeus
    €791One-way
    0 transfers

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 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €36 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 9h 10m. There are 2 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 €36
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Distance
181 nautical miles (337 km)
Average sailing duration
12h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
€63
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
9h 10m
First ferry
12:20 AM
Last ferry
11:55 PM
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
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 €36

Kos to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
08:00AM
Duration
10h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
10:20PM
Arrival Time
10:40AM
Duration
12h20
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
01:05AM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
11h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
10:45PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
13h50
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
08:15AM
Duration
11h45
Sailing Days
Tue, Thu, Sun

Live departures

Kos to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Kos to Athens ferries for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Blue Star FerriesNISSOS RODOS10:45 PM Port of Kos
13h50
12:35 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect
Saturday, October 17
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR PAROS1:05 AM Port of Kos
11h40
12:45 PM Port of Piraeus0 transfersDirect

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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.

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 €36. 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 Blue Star Ferries Duration
9h 10m
Cheapest Blue Star Ferries 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 9h 10m 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.
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

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.

Departure ports in Kos
Arrival ports in Athens

Which Athens port do ferries from Kos arrive at?

Ferries from Kos to Athens arrive at Port of Piraeus. Port of Piraeus is from Athens city centre.
Port of Piraeus10, Akti Miaouli str, Pireas 185 38, GreeceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre

Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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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