Ferry from Kos to Vathy (Samos)
4h 25m · from €53.50 · 1 operator
Kos to Vathy at a glance
Ferries from Kos to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 22:55. The crossing takes 4h 25m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €53.50. There are sailings on Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
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| Standard ticket | €53.50 | Book now |
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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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kos to Vathy through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 5 of those months, busiest in August (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| November 2025 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| December 2025 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| January 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| February 2026 | 0 | 0 of 28 | no sailings |
| March 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| April 2026 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| May 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| June 2026 | 1 | 1 of 30 | less than once a week |
| July 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 6 | 6 of 30 | about once a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Kos to Vathy Route Map
Kos to Vathy is a long haul north through the eastern Aegean, linking the busiest of the southern Dodecanese islands with the capital of Samos. Superfast Ferries run it with the Lefka Ori, and the crossing takes somewhere between four and a half and six and a half hours depending on how many islands the ship calls at on the way. It is a conventional car ferry rather than a fast craft, so there is deck space, seating inside and a canteen for the duration.
Vathy, officially Samos Town, is the island's capital and main port. It sits at the head of a deep, sheltered bay, which is where the name comes from, and it feels like a working Greek town rather than a resort: administrative buildings, proper shopping streets and a harbourfront lined with cafes. The archaeological museum is an easy walk from the quay, and the town is the natural base for onward travel around Samos.
The route runs only a few times a fortnight, so it needs planning around rather than turning up for. Current departures, journey times and fares are listed in the timetable below. From Vathy there are onward links to Piraeus, other eastern Aegean islands and the short hop across to Kusadasi on the Turkish coast.
Kos to Vathy Ferry Fares
Tickets from €53.50.
Weekly Kos to Vathy Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Nissos Rodos | 22:55 | 03:20 | 4h 25m | €53.50 | 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Nissos Rodos sailing |
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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 Vathy between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 22:55 | 03:20 | 4h 25m | Nissos Rodos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kos to Vathy?
Ferries from Kos to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kos to Vathy today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kos to Vathy (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 October 2026, at 22:55. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Kos to Vathy this week?
1 sailing from Kos to Vathy (Samos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kos to Vathy?
Scheduled departures from Kos to Vathy (Samos) leave at 22:55.
How long is the ferry from Kos to Vathy?
The crossing from Kos to Vathy (Samos) takes 4h 25m.
How much does the Kos to Vathy ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kos to Vathy (Samos) ferry start from €53.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kos to Vathy route?
The Kos to Vathy (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries.
Tips for the Kos to Vathy 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.
- Greek ferries are generally safe and well-maintained; life jacket locations are posted throughout the vessel and a safety briefing sheet is usually displayed in cabins.
- If you are comparing ferry versus flying between islands, factor in port transfer times at each end – ferries are often more time-efficient for short hops.
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