The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kos to Symi
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Symi will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £46.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Kos for Symi every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 18 Jul the direct ferries cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 25 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.
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS15:001h25Port of Kos16:25Symi£461One-way0 changes
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS15:001h25Port of Kos16:25Symi£461One-way0 changes
Kos to Symi Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 3h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:05 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 16:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:10 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:10 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 3h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:20 | Arrival Time 08:40 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Kos to Symi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Symi ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DODEKANISOS EXPRESS | 15:00 Port of Kos | 1h25 | 16:25 Symi | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, 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 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 1h 20m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 21:10 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Ferry operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries, A.N.E. Kalymnoy from Kos to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Kos to Symi with Dodekanisos Seaways, Blue Star Ferries, Saos Ferries, A.N.E. Kalymnoy for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Dodekanisos Seaways
Blue Star Ferries
Saos Ferries
A.N.E. Kalymnoy
FAQs: Kos to Symi ferries
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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Kos and Symi
Most Kos to Symi ferries use the Port of Kos to Symi port pair, with some services arriving at Panormitis. Use this guide to compare Kos and Symi ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Symi port do ferries from Kos arrive at?
Getting to Symi from Symi city centre
Symi is 3 km from Symi city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Getting to Panormitis from Symi city centre
Panormitis is 4 km from Symi city centre. Public transport options include:
Panormitis port facilities and services
Panormitis has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Panormitis.
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