The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Ikaria
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kos to Ikaria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Ikaria will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kos for Ikaria on Thu, Jan 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 22 the direct ferries cover the 131 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jan 22 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 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.




Live departures
Kos to Ikaria ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Ikaria ferries for today, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:35 AM Kos | 8h10 | 10:45 AM Ikaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Kos | 7h35 | 10:35 AM Ikaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Kos | 3h15 | 1:05 PM Ikaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Kos to Ikaria by ferry
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Offers and deals from Kos to Ikaria
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kos to Ikaria
Ferries from Kos to Ikaria run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:35, the last at 21:35. The fastest ferry covers the 70 nautical miles (131 km) distance in 3h 15m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Kos to Ikaria are available to foot passengers.

Distance 70 nautical miles (131 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 3h 15m |
First ferry 05:35 |
Last ferry 21:35 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kos to Ikaria start from as low as $39 (€32) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $43 (€35) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Kos to Ikaria with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 15m but the average duration is 3h 19m
Train Operators
- Travel from Kos to Ikaria with Dodekanisos Seaways
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Dodekanisos Seaways.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Kos and arrive in Agios Kirikos
- First train typically departs at 05:35 AM and the last at 09:35 PM
Ferry operators: Dodekanisos Seaways from Kos to IkariaYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Ikaria with Dodekanisos Seaways for as low as $39 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Kos to Ikaria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Ikaria 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 Ikaria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Kos, which is located around 0.6 miles (925 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Agios Kirikos, located 21.9 miles (35.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kos to Ikaria
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Ouzeri Taverna (0.4km)
- Restaurant Kritikos (0.6km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Ikaria Transfer Services.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Agios Kirykos stop
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
- Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Evdilos stop
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