The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Leros
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h
Ferries per day
2
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Leros will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kos for Leros every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Jun the direct ferries cover the 48 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 35 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 PATMOS21:352h35Port of Kos0:10Lakki Port£81One-way0 changes
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS10:251h25Port of Kos11:50Agia Marina (Leros)£351One-way0 changes
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS10:251h25Port of Kos11:50Agia Marina (Leros)£351One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR PATMOS21:352h35Port of Kos0:10Lakki Port£81One-way0 changes
Kos to Leros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator ANEM Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:35 | Arrival Time 00:10 | Duration 2h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 12:25 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 10:25 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 13:05 | Arrival Time 14:30 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 08:25 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival Time 08:50 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 10:35 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Kos to Leros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Leros ferries for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR 2 | 20:30 Port of Kos | 1h45 | 22:15 Lakki Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS | 10:25 Port of Kos | 1h25 | 11:50 Agia Marina (Leros) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 21:45. The fastest ferry covers the 25 nautical miles (48 km) distance in 1h 20m. There are 12 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 £8 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 1h 20m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 21:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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ANEM Ferries
FAQs: Kos to Leros ferries
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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Kos and 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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