Kalymnos
Kos
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Ferry from Kalymnos to Kos

The Kalymnos Kos ferry is serviced by 3 ferry companies; Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries.Kalymnos Kos ferries take around 38 minutes. The ferry costs between €14.52 and €105.26, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kalymnos to Kos.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry Times

The first Kalymnos Kos ferry typically departs from Kalymnos at around 01:40. The last ferry usually departs at 23:05.

How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

The Kalymnos Kos ferry trip can take around 38 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 35 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 12 weekly sailings from Kalymnos to Kos provided by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly. Dodekanisos Seaways provide 9 sailings weekly. SAOS Ferries provide 1 sailing weekly.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry Prices

Kalymnos Kos ferry prices typically range between 15€* and 105€*. The average price is typically 52€*. The cheapest Kalymnos Kos ferry prices start from 15€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 52€*. The average price for a car is 201€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 January 2025.

How far is it from Kalymnos to Kos?

The distance between Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 21.3 miles (34.3km) or 18.5 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Kalymnos Kos ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Kalymnos and Kos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Kalymnos and Kos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Kalymnos to Kos?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries ferries between Kalymnos and Kos.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Kalymnos to Kos with Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Kalymnos - Kos Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price 27 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 6
Average Sailing Duration 36m
Fastest Sailing Duration 35m
First Ferry 01:40
Last Ferry 23:05
Distance 18 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

The approximate duration for ferries from Kalymnos to Kos is 50m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 40 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Kalymnos to Kos?

3 popular ferry companies travel from Kalymnos to Kos. These ferry companies are
  • Blue Star Ferries
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • SAOS Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Kalymnos to Kos?

Book Kalymnos to Kos tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

How far is Kos from Kalymnos?

Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 18 nautical miles distance apart.

Kalymnos Guide

Forming part of the Dodecanese group of islands, the Greek island of Kalymnos lies in the south east Aegean Sea, to the west of the Bodrum Peninsular between the Greek islands of Kos and Leros. Kos is around 12 km to the south of Kalymnos and Leros is around 2 km to the north. After the islands of Kos and Rhodes, Kalymnos is the third most populous island in the Dodecanese and is known for its affluent population.

The island's terrain is characterised by many mountains and a coastline littered with sheltered coves which make it the perfect destination for a sailing holiday. The island has also been referred to as the "Sponge divers island" because sponge diving has taken place in the islands crystal clear waters for many years. The trade in sponges has brought a significant amount of wealth to the island and has made it famous throughout the Mediterranean.

The island's capital is called Pothia and is also home to the island's port. It is a colourful town that is spread out over the foot and slopes of two hills and the valley between them. There are regular ferry services to Piraeus, Rhodes, Samos and to the other islands in the Dodecanese and the Cyclades.


Kos Guide

Kos is a Greek island that lies in the eastern Aegean Sea and is situated to the south of the island of Kalymnos and to the north of the island of Nisyros. The island, which is only around 3 miles off the Turkish coast and sits in the Keramiko Gulf, or the Kos Gulf, is the third largest of the Dodecanese islands. Kos is a well known and popular holiday destination where visitors go to enjoy the island's beaches. Kos was also one of the first Greek islands to recognise the benefits of tourism to its economy and as a result many hotels were built along the island's long and sandy coastline in the east and south. Cycling is a popular activity on Kos as the island's terrain is quite flat and because there are many bicycle hire outlets throughout the island along with some dedicated cycle paths between some of the larger hotels.

There are daily services between Kos and Piraeus along with services between Kos and the rest of the Dodecanese, the islands of the north eastern Aegean and Turkey. The trip by conventional ferry can take up to 13 hours, depending on the intermediate stopovers, and the trip with a high speed boat can take between 5 and 8 hours.

Kalymnos to Kos Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 01:40 02:30 50 minutes Sat
Blue Star Ferries 01:50 02:40 50 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 05:25 06:10 45 minutes Fri, Sun
SAOS Ferries 06:00 07:10 1 hour 10 minutes Wed
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:15 12:50 35 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:20 14:55 35 minutes Mon
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:25 15:00 35 minutes Tue
Dodekanisos Seaways 15:15 15:50 35 minutes Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 23:05 23:55 50 minutes Mon

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