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Nissos Rodos

Large car ferry with cabins · operated by Hellenic Seaways

Passengers2,210
Vehicles748 cars

A 192-metre Japanese-built car ferry of 1987, formerly the Kiso, that Hellenic Seaways bought in 2005 and rebuilt for the Aegean. She has room for about 2,200 passengers and around 750 cars, with cabins, lounges, a restaurant and a shop. Our timetable has her on Piraeus–Samos–Kos–Rhodes from 29 to 31 October 2026.

Previously sailed as Nissos Rhodes, Hellenic Voyager, Ocean Trailer and Kiso.

On board the Nissos Rodos

  • Snack bar / café
  • Shop
  • Wi-Fi
  • Outside deck
  • Pets allowed

Where you can sit

  • Deck seatsOutdoor decks
  • LoungesAir-conditioned indoor lounges
  • CabinsCabinsreserved

Where is the Nissos Rodos now?

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Positions by AIS from the University of the Aegean’s Aegean network. Coastline © OpenStreetMap contributors. Live positions are indicative and are not a navigational aid.

Specifications

Built1987
BuilderMitsubishi Heavy Industries (Shimonoseki)
Built inJapan
Length192.5 m
Beam27 m
Draught6.7 m
Gross tonnage29,422
Top speed23 knots

Where the Nissos Rodos sails

Scheduled crossings over the next 14 days, busiest first.

Usually works Piraeus–Samos (Vathy)–Kos–Rhodes.

  • Pets are allowed on board.
  • Overnight on the Piraeus–Kos run (about 14 hours): book a cabin if you want to sleep.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the Nissos Rodos like?

A 192-metre Japanese-built car ferry of 1987, formerly the Kiso, that Hellenic Seaways bought in 2005 and rebuilt for the Aegean. She has room for about 2,200 passengers and around 750 cars, with cabins, lounges, a restaurant and a shop. Our timetable has her on Piraeus–Samos–Kos–Rhodes from 29 to 31 October 2026. She is a large car ferry with cabins built in 1987.

Who operates the Nissos Rodos?

The Nissos Rodos is operated by Hellenic Seaways, part of Attica Group.

Does the Nissos Rodos carry cars?

Yes. The Nissos Rodos is a vehicle ferry and carries up to 748 cars as well as foot passengers.

Does the Nissos Rodos have Wi-Fi?

Yes, the Nissos Rodos carries Wi-Fi aboard.

Which routes does the Nissos Rodos sail?

Over the next 14 days the Nissos Rodos is scheduled on Kos to Piraeus, Kos to Rhodes, Kos to Vathy and Piraeus to Kos, among 12 crossings in all.

Vessel details as published by the operators and cross-checked against maritime registers. Schedules from the current timetable. Updated 29 October 2026.