Kalymnos
Kos
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Kalymnos Kos Ferry

The ferry from Kalymnos to Kos typically sails 2 times daily and up to 16 times weekly. 2 ferry operators provide ferries from Kalymnos to Kos, Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Kalymnos Kos Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry Times

The earliest Kalymnos Kos ferry typically departs Kalymnos at about 00:01. The average sailing time of a ferry from Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 43m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 35m.

Kalymnos to Kos Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for a ferry from Kalymnos to Kos typically range between $23* and $143*. On average the Kalymnos Kos ferry is $63*. The cheapest Kalymnos Kos ferry prices start from $12*. The average price for a foot passenger is $59*. The average price for a Kalymnos Kos car ferry is $213*.

Ferry prices may differ by season and depend on various factors, such as number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days, last updated 05 July, 2023.

How far is Kos from Kalymnos?

The distance between Kalymnos and Kos is approximately 21.2 miles (34.1km), or 18.4 nautical miles.

Is there a car ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

Yes, there is a car ferry from Kalymnos to Kos provided by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and tickets for car ferries between Kalymnos and Kos.

Are foot passengers allowed on the Kalymnos Kos ferry?

Yes, Kalymnos Kos ferries allow foot passengers. You can travel as a foot passenger from Kalymnos to Kos with Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways.

Kalymnos Kos Ferry Operator Schedules

  • Dodekanisos Seaways - 11 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings
  • Blue Star Ferries - 4 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings

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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 A$62*
Average Daily Sailings 2
Average Weekly Sailings 16
Average Sailing Duration 43m
Fastest Sailing Duration 35m
First Ferry 00:01
Last Ferry 23:35
Distance 18 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 40m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.
  • How much is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    The average price of a ferry from Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 33 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Kalymnos to Kos?

    Kalymnos to Kos is operated by 2 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Ferries from Kalymnos to Kos are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Kalymnos to Kos with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Kalymnos to Kos with
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos?

    Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Kalymnos to Kos. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • How far is Kos from Kalymnos?

    The distance between Kalymnos to Kos is approximately 18 nautical miles.

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 25/3/2024 and 31/3/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 01:40 02:30 50 minutes Sat
Blue Star Ferries 03:15 04:10 55 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 05:25 06:10 45 minutes Fri, Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways 11:45 12:25 40 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:15 12:50 35 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:35 13:15 40 minutes Tue, Sat
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:20 14:55 35 minutes Mon
Dodekanisos Seaways 14:25 15:00 35 minutes Tue
Dodekanisos Seaways 15:30 16:05 35 minutes Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 23:05 23:55 50 minutes Mon

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