The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Symi
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kos to Symi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Symi will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Kos for Symi on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 60 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 55 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.


Live departures
Kos to Symi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Symi ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:55 AM Kos | 5h55 | 4:50 PM Symi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Kos to Symi by ferry
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Offers and deals from Kos to Symi
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kos to Symi
Ferries from Kos to Symi run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 21:10. The fastest ferry covers the 32 nautical miles (60 km) distance in 1h 20m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Kos to Symi are available to foot passengers.



Distance 32 nautical miles (60 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 1h 20m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 21:10 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries from Kos to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Symi with Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Kos to Symi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Symi 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 Symi, 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 Symi, located 6.7 miles (10.8 km) away from the city centre.
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