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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Kos
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 30 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 $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Kos on Thu, Jan 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 30 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 €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€71 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Athens to Kos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Kos ferries for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR 2 | 4:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 12h10 | 4:10 AM Port of Kos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
| BLUE STAR PATMOS | 1:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 11h30 | 12:30 AM Port of Kos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
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 35m. 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 $58 (€47) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 9h 35m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Athens to Kos start from as low as $58 (€47) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $88 (€71) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Athens to Kos with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 9h 35m but the average duration is 12h 20m
Train Operators
- Travel from Athens to Kos with Blue Star Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Port of Kos
- First train typically departs at 12:20 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
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 $58 (€47). 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Kos, located 0.6 miles (925 m) away from the city centre.
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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