Kalymnos
Kos
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
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Kalymnos to Kos Ferry

The Kalymnos Kos ferry route connects Dodecanese Islands with Dodecanese Islands and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Blue Star Ferries service runs up to 4 times per week with a sailing duration of around 45 minutes while the Dodekanisos Seaways service runs up to 6 times per week with a duration from 35 minutes.

So that’s a combined 10 sailings on offer per week on the Kalymnos Kos route between Dodecanese Islands and Dodecanese Islands. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.


Can you travel by high-speed ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?


Yes, you can take a fast ferry from Kalymnos to Kos. Fast ferry duration ranges between 35 minutes and 45 minutes. Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star Ferries are popular ferry operators offering high speed ferries to Kos from Kalymnos. The fastest ferry from Kalymnos to Kos is with Dodekanisos Seaways in 35 minutes.

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Kalymnos - Kos Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationDodecanese Islands
DestinationDodecanese Islands
No. of Operators3
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries
Average Price£28
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings12
Average Sailing Duration35 m
Fastest Sailing Duration35 m
First Ferry01:40
Last Ferry23:05
Distance19 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Kalymnos to Kos Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    The ferry crossing time from Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 35 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Kalymnos to Kos ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Kalymnos to Kos is £28. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Kalymnos to Kos?

    There are 3 popular ferry operators for Kalymnos to Kos. These are

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Book ferries from Kalymnos to Kos through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Kalymnos to Kos with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Kalymnos to Kos with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Kalymnos to Kos?

    The distance from Kalymnos to Kos is 19 nautical miles.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry reviews

  • "Great way to travel"

    We just love these ferries, visiting various islands is possible with ease and comfort.

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  • "Tilos to Rhodes ferry - diagrams blue star ferry"

    Have got to say it was an enjoyable way to leave dream island. The ship and its facilities were first class.

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  • "Holiday"

    Perfect.

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  • "Great trip"

    The Diagoras is a large modern comfortable ferry. We were only on it for three and a half hours so cannot comment on cabins, but the corridors all looked immaculate. We had a lovely dinner in the dining room and a very pleasant trip from Rhodes to Tilos.

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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

Ferry Timetables between 24/03/2025 and 30/03/2025


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 07:05 1 hour 5 minutes Wed
Dodekanisos Seaways 11:20 11:55 35 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:10 12:45 35 minutes Tue, Sat
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:20 14:55 35 minutes Mon
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:25 15:00 35 minutes Tue
Dodekanisos Seaways 15:10 15:45 35 minutes Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 23:05 23:55 50 minutes Mon

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