The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Leros
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kos to Leros is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Leros will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Kos for Leros on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct ferries cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 45 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 2
BLUE STAR 2Kos to Leros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Kos to Leros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Leros ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:45 PM Kos | 1h55 | 6:40 PM Leros | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Kos to Leros by ferry
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Offers and deals from Kos to Leros
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kos to Leros
Ferries from Kos to Leros run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 21:45. The fastest ferry covers the 25 nautical miles (48 km) distance in 1h 20m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Kos to Leros are available to foot passengers.



Distance 25 nautical miles (48 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 1h 20m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 21:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kos to Leros start from as low as $11 (€9) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $21 (€17) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Kos to Leros with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 20m but the average duration is 1h 44m
Train Operators
- Travel from Kos to Leros with Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, and ANEM Ferries
- 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 Agia Marina (Leros)
- First train typically departs at 12:20 AM and the last at 09:45 PM
Ferry operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEM Ferries from Kos to LerosYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Leros with Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, ANEM Ferries for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Dodekanisos Seaways
Blue Star Ferries
ANEM Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Kos to Leros
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Leros 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 Leros, 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 Port of Leros, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kos to Leros
- To Steki Tou Dimitri (0.3km)
- Mylos Fish Restaurant (0.6km)
- Petrino (0.9km)
- Main companies are Leros Taxi and Leros Transfer Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Lakki Stop
- Free WiFi
- Mylos Fish Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki Tou Mentiou (0.5km)
- Pirofani (0.7km)
- Main companies are Leros Taxi and Lakki Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Lakki Stop
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