Ferries from Kos to Kalymnos (and return)

The Kalymnos to Kos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article.

Both Kos and Kalymnos are part of the Dodecanese group . Since it takes only 20 minutes by ferry to get from one island to another, this route is very popular among those who want to explore the islands and plan day trips on their vacation.

How long does it take to get from Kos to Kalymnos?

It takes 20 minutes to get from Mastichari (port in Kos) to Kalymnos by fast ferry; or 40 minutes from the port of Kos.

Is there a high speed ferry between Kos and Kalymnos ?

Yes.

How much does it cost to get from Kos to Kalymnos by ferry?

The price depends on the company and type of seat you choose.

On the ferry operated by Blue Star Ferries (Kos to Kalymnos), an economy class single ticket is €6.50, while an airplane type of seat is €9.

On the ferry operated by Dodekanisos Seaways (Kos to Kalymnos), an airplane type of seat is €14.50 one way.

How many ferries per day depart from Kos to Kalymnos during the low season?

During the 2012 low season, the following ferries operate between Kos and Kalymnos:

• Sat 00:50 a.m., until May 12
• Wed 11 am. until May 16
• Mon 11 a.m., Apr 23 to May 14
• Sun 11:05 a.m., May 6
• Fri 11:05 a.m., until May 18
• Sat 11:05 am., until May 19
• Tue 11:05 a.m., Apr 24 to May 15
• Thu 11:05 am., Apr 26 to May 17
• Sun 11:05 a.m., May 13 to May 20
• daily, 2:30 p.m., May 15 to Oct 7
• Wed 7:25 p.m., Apr 27 to May 9
• Mon 9:50 p.m., Apr 23 to May 7

How many ferries per day depart from Kos to Kalymnos during the high season?

During the high season 2012 , there is a ferry linking the two ports daily at 2:30 p.m., and runs between May 15 and Oct 7.

Are there any overnight journeys between Kos and Kalymnos?

No.

Where can I buy tickets from?

You can purchase the tickets online (at most 2 months prior to departure), from a Greek travel agency (either directly from Greece or via a travel agency in your country) and you can buy the tickets from the port. Remember to book the tickets in advance, particularly if you plan to travel in July or August.

Does everyone charge the same prices?

Yes, the prices are the same regardless of where you buy them from.

How about the ferries from Kalymnos to Kos ?

During the high season 2012, the there is a ferry connecting Kalymnos to the port of Kos every day at 11:15 a.m. and runs between May 15 and Oct 7.

During the low season 2012, the following ferries connect Kalymnos to Kos:

• Fri, 1:20 a.m. until May 11
• Wed 4:10 a.m., Apr 25 to May 9
• Sun 6:40 a.m., Apr 22 to May 6
• daily 11:15 a.m., May 15 to Oct 7
• Sun 3:30 p.m., May 6
• Sat 3:30 p.m., until May 19
• Fri 3:30 p.m., until May 18
• Tue 3:30 p.m., Apr 24 to May 15
• Thu 3:30 p.m., Apr 26 to May 17
• Sun 3:30 p.m., May 13 to May 20

Important note:

The schedule is submitted to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine every Friday so, in some cases, there can be some changes from week to week, let alone from month to month. It’s advisable to double check the ferry schedule couple of days prior to the departure.

Note: The article was first published in 2010; latest schedule and price update was made as of April 2012.