Ferry from Kos to Agathonissi

Kos to Agathonissi is a catamaran run north through the Dodecanese chain, operated by Dodekanisos Seaways with the Dodekanisos Express and Dodekanisos Pride. Allow a little over three hours; the ships call at several islands on the way up, which is what accounts for the length rather than the distance itself.

Agathonissi is one of the smallest inhabited islands in Greece, a low, quiet place close to the Turkish coast north of Patmos. The port and main settlement is Agios Georgios, a small fishing harbour with a handful of tavernas around it. There is very little in the way of sightseeing or nightlife, and people come for the solitude, the coves and the slow village pace.

Sailings run a handful of times a week in season and thin out sharply outside it, so an overnight stay is usually the sensible assumption rather than a day trip. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Onward connections run to Patmos, Lipsi and Leros, all of which are easier to reach than Agathonissi itself.

Kos to Agathonissi Ferry Fares

Weekly Kos to Agathonissi Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Kos?

Yes. The ferry port sits right in Kos Town, about 2km from the centre, a 20-25 minute walk or five-minute drive, with rental desks nearby. Buses run regularly between the main towns but thin out fast once you leave them, so a car is worth it if you want to reach the Asclepion, Mount Dikeos villages or the quieter beaches. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kos to Agathonissi between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kos to Agathonissi ferry

• The harbour sits right beside the medieval Castle of the Knights, with ticket agencies lining the waterfront. For domestic sailings on Dodekanisos Seaways and Blue Star ferries, arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes before departure to buy tickets and locate your berth.
• If you are travelling on to Kalymnos, check which port is printed on your ticket – many sailings, including the frequent local car ferries, depart from Mastichari on Kos's north-west coast, not from Kos Town harbour.
• Left-luggage lockers at Kos Town port are limited, so don't rely on finding one at short notice; pack light enough to carry your bags the short walk from the harbour into the old town yourself.
• A neck wallet or money belt under your clothing is the most secure way to carry your passport and cards in busy ferry terminals and ports.
• If you are leaving luggage unattended on a ferry, remove all valuable items and do not leave your bag in an isolated or unsupervised area.

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