Kos - Kalymnos
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
Kos - Kalymnos
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
Ferries from Kos to Kalymnos are operated by 3 ferry companies including Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. The journey usually takes around 35 minutes. There are currently 14 weekly sailings on this ferry route. Prices start from as little as £10.40. Use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Kalymnos today.
You can get a ferry from Kos to Kalymnos. Ferries from Kos to Kalymnos are available all year round. This ferry route is operated by 3 ferry companies; Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. With around 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings, there are plenty of options to choose from. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Kalymnos today.
Kos to Kalymnos first ferry: departs Kos at 00:20.
Kos to Kalymnos last ferry: departs Kos at around 23:50.
Bear in mind that Kos Kalymnos ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Kos to Kalymnos ferry timetable before you book.
The duration of the Kos to Kalymnos ferry depends whether you’re travelling on a Kos Kalymnos fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Kos to Kalymnos ferry duration is usually around 35 minutes on average.
Average Kos to Kalymnos ferry time: 35 minutes
Fastest ferry: 35 minutes
Longest ferry: 1 hour 5 minutes
The fastest ferries from Kos to Kalymnos take 35 minutes.
Kos to Kalymnos ferries are provided by 3 ferry companies; Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries. There are a combined total of 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Kos Kalymnos ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Kos ferry to Kalymnos runs all year round
Blue Star Ferries: 1 daily sailing and 5 weekly sailings
Dodekanisos Seaways: 1 daily sailing and 9 weekly sailings
SAOS Ferries: 1 daily sailing and 2 weekly sailings
Yes, you can take a day trip between Kos and Kalymnos. Day trips from Kos to Kalymnos by ferry are very popular due to the short journey time and many daily crossings.
Kos to Kalymnos distance: approximately 21.3 miles (34.3km) or 19 nautical miles.
Kos to Kalymnos ferry prices can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in. The price of the ferry from Kos to Kalymnos varies between £10.40 to £117.59.
Average Kos to Kalymnos ferry cost: £33.08
The cheapest Kos to Kalymnos ferry costs £10.40.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Kos Kalymnos ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Kos to Kalymnos ferry booking.
We recommend booking in advance to find the cheapest ferry from Kos to Kalymnos. Kalymnos to Kalymnos ferry prices vary depending on the season you’re travelling in.
Most Kalymnos to Kos ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re travelling from Kos to Kalymnos by boat in summer it’s always best to make your Kos to Kalymnos ferry booking in advance.
Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the cheapest ferry from Kos to Kalymnos.
Yes, you can get the ferry from Kos to Kalymnos with a car.
Car operators:
Blue Star Ferries
Dodekanisos Seaways
SAOS Ferries
Average car price: £109.79
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Kos to Kalymnos ferry.
Foot operators:
Blue Star Ferries
Dodekanisos Seaways
SAOS Ferries
Average foot passenger price: £29.23
Pets are allowed on Kos ferries to Kalymnos. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
Pet-friendly operators:
Blue Star Ferries
Dodekanisos Seaways
You will need the following things with you when travelling with your pet on a ferry from Kos to Kalymnos.
Blue Star Ferries:
Dodekanisos Seaways:
You can travel with guide dogs and assistance dogs on the boat from Kos to Kalymnos. However, you must let the ferry company know at the time of booking. You may also have to present any necessary certificates if asked to do so on board.
Yes, cabins are available on the ferry from Kos to Kalymnos.
Cabin operators: Blue Star Ferries
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're taking luggage on board the Kos to Kalymnos ferry, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Kos to Kalymnos ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the ferry between Kos and Kalymnos. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the Kos to Kalymnos boat differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Yes, the ferries from Kos to Kalymnos are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
It all depends on the ferry company you are travelling with. In general, we recommend arriving at Kos port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Kos to Kalymnos tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Kos to Kalymnos ferry booking should be in your confirmation email.
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| Kos - Kalymnos Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Dodecanese Islands | |
| Destination | Dodecanese Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries | |
| Average Price | £33 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 14 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| First Ferry | 00:20 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:50 | |
| Distance | 19 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026.
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Located in the Dodecanese group of islands, the Greek island of Kos is around 4km from the coast of Bodrum in Turkey. The island is around 40 km long and 8 km wide and has a number of towns and villages. The main town and port is also called Kos, but the island's other villages include Kefalos, Tingaki, Kardamena, Mastihari, Antimachia, Marmari and Pyli. Kos Town is usually quite and there is lots to do there. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and clubs in the town which have led to the island as a whole becoming very popular with tourists. For those visitors looking for a bargain, practically everything is available in the island's shops from ceramics to fur, shoes to books and clothes and jewellery to leather products. The most popular tourist centres on the island often also have many small shops offering handmade goods such as ceramics and embroideries along with more traditional local products such as honey, herbs, wine, sweets and spices.
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.
The Greek island of Kalymnos lies in the south east Aegean Sea and is located between the islands of Kos and Leros, and is one of the Dodecanese group of islands. The island is quite small with a land area of just over 100 sq. km but despite this it is the fourth largest of all the Dodecanese islands. The island's name has changed over its history. It was first named Kalynda, then Kalymna and then finally, Kalymnos. The island's capital is Pothis, although the most of the island's residents live in Chora, and is the island's second largest town.
Kalymnos is known for its sponge divers and sponge fisheries and it's inland terrain is steep and rocky and is popular with climbers. There are over 1,300 different climbing routes on the island that range in difficulty and terrain. Some routes are on slabs, some on big walls or on overhangs. The landscape used to be a curse for the island's residents but as it attracts visitors to the island it is now a blessing, certainly in terms of tourism.
There is a frequent ferry service to Piraeus, Rhodes and to the other Dodecanese islands. There are also ferry routes operating to the Cyclades islands, Samos and, during the summer season, to Chios, Mytilini, and Thessaloniki.
