The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Rhodes
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kos to Rhodes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Rhodes will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Kos for Rhodes on Sun, Jan 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 04 the direct ferries cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jan 04 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 20 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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Kos to Rhodes Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Kos to Rhodes ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Rhodes ferries for today, Saturday, January 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DODEKANISOS PRIDE | 1:50 PM Port of Kos | 2h25 | 4:15 PM Port of Rhodes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 4 | |||||
![]() | 3:20 AM Kos | 5h30 | 8:50 AM Rhodes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Kos | 2h40 | 11:45 AM Rhodes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Kos | 2h20 | 2:20 PM Rhodes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kos to Rhodes
Ferries from Kos to Rhodes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 52 nautical miles (97 km) distance in 1h 50m. There are 14 sailings per week. Ferries from Kos to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.



Distance 52 nautical miles (97 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 14 |
Fastest ferry 1h 50m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries from Kos to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Rhodes with Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Kos to Rhodes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Rhodes 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 Rhodes, 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 Rhodes, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
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