Ferry from Leros (Lakki) to Kos
1h 35m to 2h 10m · from €8.00 · 2 operators
Leros to Kos at a glance
Ferries from Leros (Lakki) to Kos are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 02:30 and the latest is 10:00. The crossing takes between 1h 35m and 2h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries. Published fares start from €8.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €8.50 | 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Leros to Kos Route Map
Leros to Kos takes between an hour and a half and a little over two hours, run by Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries on vessels including the Blue Star 2, the Blue Star Patmos and the Lefka Ori. Departures are from Lakki, Leros's main ferry port, and it is a comfortable conventional crossing rather than a fast-craft hop.
Kos Town is the capital and the main harbour, with the medieval Castle of the Knights standing right beside the quay as you come in. The island is lively and resort-focused, with long beaches, a busy nightlife scene and flat terrain that makes cycling a practical way to get about. The Asklepieion, the ancient sanctuary of healing associated with Hippocrates, is a short trip inland from town.
Sailings run most days across a fortnight, so this is a dependable link rather than one to plan a trip around. Current departures, vessels and fares are shown in the table below, from around €8. Kos has the region's main airport plus frequent ferries to Rhodes, Kalymnos and Bodrum, which makes it the usual place to start or finish a Dodecanese run.
Leros to Kos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €8.50 on a conventional ferry. 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 | €8.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Leros to Kos 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 | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 00:30 | 02:40 | 2h 10m | €8.50 | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 02:30 | 04:40 | 2h 10m | €8.50 | now to 2026-09-09 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 04:05 | 05:50 | 1h 45m | €14.50 | 2026-09-08 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 04:05 | 06:10 | 2h 05m | €14.50 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 04:05 | 06:10 | 2h 05m | €14.50 | 2026-09-12 to 2026-10-24 | Book the Blue Star 2 sailing | |
| Superfast Ferries | Lefka Ori conventional | 07:50 | 09:45 | 1h 55m | now to 2026-09-14 | Book the Lefka Ori sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 10:00 | 11:35 | 1h 35m | €14.50 | now to 2026-09-06 | Book the Blue Star 2 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 Leros to Kos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 07:50 | 09:45 | 1h 55m | Lefka Ori | Superfast Ferries |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 04:05 | 05:50 | 1h 45m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 02:30 | 04:40 | 2h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 04:05 | 06:10 | 2h 05m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 10:00 | 11:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 07:50 | 09:45 | 1h 55m | Lefka Ori | Superfast Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 04:05 | 05:50 | 1h 45m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 02:30 | 04:40 | 2h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 04:05 | 06:10 | 2h 05m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 10:00 | 11:35 | 1h 35m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Leros to Kos?
Ferries from Leros (Lakki) to Kos are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Leros to Kos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Leros (Lakki) to Kos today. Departure time: 07:50.
How many ferries run from Leros to Kos this week?
5 sailings from Leros (Lakki) to Kos are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Leros to Kos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Leros (Lakki) to Kos usually leaves at 04:05. Across the published schedule departure times range from 02:30 to 10:00.
How long is the ferry from Leros to Kos?
The fastest crossing from Leros (Lakki) to Kos takes 1h 35m and the slowest 2h 10m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 1h 35m to 2h 10m and Superfast Ferries 1h 55m.
How much does the Leros to Kos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Leros (Lakki) to Kos ferry start from €8.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Leros to Kos route?
The Leros (Lakki) to Kos route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Leros to Kos ferry
- The smell of diesel and engine exhaust is stronger at the stern in summer heat; if you are sensitive to it, choose a bow-facing seat or the upper deck.
- 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.
- The safest route from a weather perspective in summer is one that runs in the lee of large islands – the north coast of Crete, or between closely spaced island chains.
- In Kos, ancient history and beach life sit side by side – the Tree of Hippocrates in Kos Town is said to be the very spot where the father of medicine taught, while the nearby Asklepion was one of antiquity's most important healing sanctuaries. The island's long sandy beaches and flat terrain, ideal for cycling, make it one of the most accessible of the Dodecanese.
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