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

Rhodes is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Greece but it’s also one of the most crowded during the tourist season. That’s why many travelers choose to take day short trips to the islands located near-by.

And Kos is a great choice is you plan to escape the hustle and bustle of Rhodes. It’s very close to the Turkey (so if your feet itch to travel further, you can visit the near-by country as well) and a lovely island to explore. You can buy some figs or olives as souvenirs.

Planning to travel from Rhodes to Kos (or the other way around)? Here’s what you need to know about the ferries that connect the two islands.

Rhodes or Rodos?

In many cases the English name of the islands doesn’t match the Greek name, let alone the port name. This is the case of Rhodes as well so when you look for connections to this lovely island, you should search for “Rodos” (alternative spelling: Rhodos) or port code ROD.

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

The journey between Rhodes and Kos takes between 2 h 5 min and 5 h 14 min, depending on the type of ferry you are taking and the company.

Is there a high speed ferry between Rhodes and Kos?

Yes, there are several ferries which only take about 2h to get to Kos (and they don’t carry cars).

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

The ticket depends on the company and type of seat.

On the ferries operated by Blue Star Ferries runs the price starts at €23.50 per person, way one.

On the ferries operated by Dodekanissos, the price starts at €22 per person, one way on the slow ferry and €39 per person, one way on the fast ferry.

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

During the low season 2026 (May, Sep-Oct), the following ferries connect Rhodes to Kos

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Monday	8:00 AM	till 28-Sept
Tuesday	8:00 AM	from 14-Apr to 5-May, from 12-May to 29-Sept
Wednesday	8:00 AM	from 15-Apr to 6-May, from 13-May to 29-Jul, from 2-Sept to 30-Sept
Thursday	8:00 AM	from 16-Apr to 24-Sept, from 14-May to 30-Jul
Friday	8:00 AM	till 8-May, from 15-May to 25-Sept
Saturday	8:00 AM	from 18-Apr to 27-Jul, from 5-Sept to 26-Sept
Sunday	8:00 AM	till 19-Jul, from 6-Sept to 27-Sept
Monday	9:00 AM	till 20-Apr
Thursday	9:00 AM	till 23-Apr
Saturday	9:00 AM	from 20-Jun to 5-Sept
Wednesday	10:00 AM	from 13-May to 30-Sept
Friday	4:00 PM	from 4-Sept to 11-Sept, from 18-Sept to 25-Sept
Monday	4:00 PM	from 20-Apr to 1-Jun, from 7-Sept to 26-Oct
Tuesday	5:00 PM	till 28-Apr, on 5-May, from 12-May to 26-May, from 8-Sept to 27-Oct
Wednesday	5:00 PM	from 15-Apr to 28-Oct
Thursday	5:00 PM	from 16-Apr to 30-Apr, on 7-May, from 14-May to 4-Jun, from 25-Jun to 29-Oct
Sunday	5:00 PM	from 19-Apr to 3-May, on 10-May, from 21-Jun to 6-Sept, from 13-Sept to 25-Oct
Friday	6:15 PM	till 29-May, from 2-Oct to 30-Oct

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

During the high season 2026 (July – August), expect the following connections between Rhodes and Kos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Monday	7:00 AM	on 1-Jun
Monday	8:00 AM	till 28-Sept
Tuesday	8:00 AM	from 12-May to 29-Sept
Wednesday	8:00 AM	from 13-May to 29-Jul, from 5-Aug to 26-Aug
Thursday	8:00 AM	from 16-Apr to 24-Sept
Friday	8:00 AM	from 15-May to 25-Sept
Saturday	8:00 AM	from 18-Apr to 27-Jul, from 1-Aug to 30-Aug
Sunday	8:00 AM	till 19-Jul, from 1-Aug to 30-Aug
Saturday	9:00 AM	from 20-Jun to 5-Sept
Wednesday	10:00 AM	from 13-May to 30-Sept
Friday	4:00 PM	from 5-Jun to 28-Aug
Monday	4:00 PM	from 20-Apr to 1-Jun, from 8-Jun to 31-Aug
Tuesday	5:00 PM	on 2-Jun, from 23-Jun to 1-Sept
Wednesday	5:00 PM	from 15-Apr to 28-Oct
Thursday	5:00 PM	from 14-May to 4-Jun, from 25-Jun to 29-Oct
Sunday	5:00 PM	on 7-Jun, from 21-Jun to 6-Sept

Are there any overnight journeys between Rhodes and Kos ?

No.

How about the ferries from Kos to Rhodes ?

There are the following connections between Kos and Rhodes during the 2026 high season:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Monday	12:20 AM	from 20-Apr to 1-Jun
Monday	2:05 AM	from 8-Jun to 31-Aug
Friday	2:10 AM	from 5-Jun to 28-Aug
Wednesday	3:10 AM	till 28-Oct
Saturday	4:05 AM	from 20-Jun to 5-Sept
Tuesday	6:20 AM	from 23-Jun to 1-Sept
Thursday	6:40 AM	from 14-May to 4-Jun, from 25-Jun to 29-Oct
Saturday	6:40 AM	from 16-May to 6-Jun
Tuesday	10:00 AM	on 2-Jun
Sunday	12:05 PM	from 21-Jun to 6-Sept
Wednesday	1:35 PM	from 13-May to 30-Sept
Saturday, Sunday	2:30 PM	from 1-Aug to 30-Aug
Wednesday	2:30 PM	from 5-Aug to 26-Aug
Thursday	2:40 PM	from 14-May to 30-Jul
Thursday	2:50 PM	from 6-Aug to 27-Aug
Wednesday	3:00 PM	from 13-May to 29-Jul
Saturday	3:00 PM	from 18-Apr to 25-Jul
Sunday	3:00 PM	till 19-Jul
Monday	3:05 PM	till 28-Sept
Wednesday	3:50 PM	from 5-Aug to 28-Aug
Saturday, Sunday	3:50 PM	from 1-Aug to 30-Aug
Monday	4:05 PM	till 21-Sept
Tuesday	4:10 PM	from 12-May to 29-Sept

During the 2026 low season, the following ferries connect Kos to Rhodes:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Monday	12:20 AM	from 20-Apr to 1-Jun, from 7-Sept to 26-Oct
Friday	2:25 AM	from 4-Sept to 11-Sept, from 18-Sept to 25-Sept
Friday	3:00 AM	from 17-Apr to 29-May, from 2-Oct to 30-Oct
Wednesday	3:10 AM	till 28-Oct
Saturday	4:05 AM	from 20-Jun to 5-Sept
Tuesday	6:20 AM	from 21-Apr to 28-Apr, on 5-May, from 12-May to 26-May, from 8-Sept to 27-Oct
Thursday	6:40 AM	till 30-Apr, on 7-May, from 14-May to 4-Jun, from 25-Jun to 29-Oct
Saturday	6:40 AM	from 18-Apr to 2-May, from 16-May to 6-Jun, from 12-Sept to 24-Oct
Tuesday	7:15 AM	till 21-Apr
Wednesday	7:15 AM	till 22-Apr
Sunday	12:05 PM	from 21-Jun to 6-Sept
Tuesday	12:15 PM	from 14-Apr to 5-May
Thursday	12:15 PM	till 7-May
Wednesday	1:35 PM	from 13-May to 30-Sept
Thursday	2:40 PM	from 14-May to 30-Jul, from 3-Sept to 24-Sept
Wednesday	3:00 PM	from 13-May to 29-Jul, from 2-Sept to 30-Sept
Saturday	3:00 PM	from 18-Apr to 25-Jul, from 5-Sept to 26-Sept
Sunday	3:00 PM	till 19-Jul, from 6-Sept to 27-Sept
Monday	3:05 PM	till 28-Sept
Wednesday	3:50 PM	from 15-Apr to 6-May
Friday	3:50 PM	till 8-May
Monday	4:05 PM	till 21-Sept
Tuesday	4:10 PM	from 12-May to 29-Sept
Friday	4:10 PM	from 15-May to 25-Sept

Where can I buy tickets from?

You can buy ferry tickets online but the choices are limited. Some of the connections don’t show up on websites. You can also buy tickets from travel agents. However, probably the best choice is to buy from the port as there are no limitations and you can choose the ferry which suits you best. If you want to take a high speed ferry it’s worth it to book couple of days in advance, especially during the weekends in July and August.

Does everyone charge the same prices?

The prices are the same, no matter if you purchase them online, from travel agent or directly in the port.

Important note:

The schedules might change from week to week as the companies submit their schedule every Friday to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine. So make sure to double check the connections prior to departure.

Read more about:

>> Ferries in Greece
>> Ferries from Athens: How to deal with the Port of Piraeus
>> Ferries from Athens to Aegina
>> Ferries from Athens to Crete
>> Ferries from Athens to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Hydra
>> Ferries from Athens to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Rafina to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Athens to Patmos
>> Ferries from Athens to Santorini
>> Ferries from Santorini to Crete
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Syros
>> Ferries from Santorini to Mykonos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Naxos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skopelos
>> Ferries from Corfu to Patras
>> Ferries to and from Santorini
>> Ferries from Athens to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Crete
>> Ferries from Santorini to Karpathos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesvos
>> Ferries to and from Mykonos
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Paros (and return)
>> Ferries from Crete to Gavdos
>> Ferries from Santorini to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Santorini to Paros
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Ios
>> Ferries from Mykonos to Tinos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Rhodes
>> Ferries from Athens to Naxos
>> Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki
>> Ferries from Santorini to Syros
>> Ferries from Kavala to Thassos
>> Ferries from Alonissos to Skiathos
>> Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (Lesbos)
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Kos
>> Ferries from Thessaloniki to Chios

Note: The article was first published in 2009; latest schedule and price update was made as of May 2026.
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