The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Kos
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 55 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Kos will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Kos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 22 Mar the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 55 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 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.
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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 £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £57, and a flight costs an average of £37.
Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£69 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Athens to Kos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 11h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 12h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Kos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Kos ferries for today, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SUPERFAST XI | 16:00 Port of Piraeus | 12h10 | 04:10 Port of Kos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Athens to Kos ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Kos.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Kos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Kos
Ferries from Athens to Kos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £37 by flight.
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 11h 5m. 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 £57 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 11h 5m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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 £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Kos ferries
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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Kos
- 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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