Ferry from Kos to Astypalea
3h 40m · from €13.00 · 1 operator
Kos to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Kos to Astypalea are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 22:20. The crossing takes 3h 40m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €13.00 on a conventional ferry and from €26.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 12 April 2027. There are sailings on Monday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 January 2027; the rest of the winter timetable is not out yet, and sailings are published again from 12 April 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €13.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 12 April 2027 | €26.00 | Book now |
| ECO Seat | €13.00 | Book now |
| AB22 Cabin | €32.50 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 25 January 2027. The rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet, so nothing is listed from 26 January 2027 to 11 April 2027. Sailings are published again from 12 April 2027, as far as 23 September 2027.
Kos to Astypalea through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in June (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 11 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 14 | 10 of 31 | every other day |
| January 2026 | 9 | 7 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 3 | 3 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 10 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 12 | 8 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 19 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 14 | 10 of 31 | every other day |
| August 2026 | 13 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 11 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
December 2025 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
January 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
February 2026 · this month, a year ago
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April 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
May 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
Anem Ferries (Olympios Ermis)
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Patmos)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Kos to Astypalea Route Map
Kos to Astypalea heads west, away from the main Dodecanese chain and towards the Cyclades. Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways work the route with the Blue Star Patmos and the Dodekanisos Pride, and the crossing takes from just under two hours direct up to around three and a half hours when there are calls in between. Fares start around €13.
Astypalea is butterfly-shaped and feels more Cycladic than Dodecanesian, whitewashed and low-key, and it is popular with Greek travellers looking for somewhere unhurried. The port is Skala, also called Pera Gialos, sitting directly below the Chora with its Venetian kastro on the ridge above. Beaches are quiet and the island has an airport for domestic flights if the ferry timings do not work.
Sailings run only a few times a fortnight, so this needs checking against your dates rather than assumed. Current departures, durations and fares are shown below. Astypalea also connects west towards Naxos and Piraeus, which makes it a useful stepping stone between the two island groups.
Weekly Kos to Astypalea Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kos.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 22:20 |
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 16 November 2026 to 23 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 3 of the 15 days from 16 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 22:20. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 22:20. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 22:20. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- April 2027: sails on 6 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 7 of the 23 days to 23 September, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:10, latest 12:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Kos to Astypalea Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €13.00 on a conventional ferry and from €26.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 12 April 2027. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €13.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 12 April 2027 | €26.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €43.50 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €46.00 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €48.50 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €48.50 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €69.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €13.00 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €15.00 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €15.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €15.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 Astypalea between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 16 November | 22:20 | 02:00 next day | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 23 November | 22:20 | 02:00 next day | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kos to Astypalea?
Ferries from Kos to Astypalea are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 25 January 2027, and the rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet. Sailings are published again from 12 April 2027, as far as 23 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Kos to Astypalea today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kos to Astypalea today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 16 November 2026, at 22:20. Departures fall on Monday.
How many ferries run from Kos to Astypalea this week?
1 sailing from Kos to Astypalea is scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kos to Astypalea?
Ferries from Kos to Astypalea leave at 22:20.
How long is the ferry from Kos to Astypalea?
The crossing from Kos to Astypalea takes 3h 40m.
How much does the Kos to Astypalea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kos to Astypalea ferry start from €13.00 on a conventional ferry and from €26.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 12 April 2027. A cabin berth is published from €32.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kos to Astypalea route?
The Kos to Astypalea route is served by Blue Star Ferries. In the next 14 days crossings run on conventional ferries; high-speed sailings are published again from 12 April 2027.
Tips for the Kos to Astypalea 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.
- Four-berth cabins offer the best value if you are travelling as a family or small group; the cost divided between you is often comparable to a budget hotel room.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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