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Ferry from Kos to Patmos

The Kos to Patmos ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Kos to Patmos is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Kos to Patmos cost around $63 and $301, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kos to Patmos.

Ferry times from Kos to Patmos

Kos Patmos ferry sailings typycally depart from Kos at around 10:15. The last ferry leaves at 21:35.

How long is the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

The Kos Patmos ferry trip can take around 2 hours 15 minutes. The fastest Kos to Patmos ferry is around 1 hour 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Kos Patmos Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 13 weekly sailings from Kos to Patmos serviced by Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Kos to Patmos

Kos Patmos ferry prices typically range between $63* and $301*. The average price is typically $144*. The cheapest ferries from Kos to Patmos start from $63*. The average price for a foot passenger is $126*. The average price for a car is $347*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Kos to Patmos?

The distance between Kos to Patmos is approximately 58 miles (93km) or 50 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Kos Patmos ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways allow cars on board ferries between Kos and Patmos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Kos and Patmos.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Kos to Patmos?

Foot passengers can travel on the Kos to Patmos ferry with Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

Pets can travel on ferries from Kos to Patmos with Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Kos - Patmos Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryDodecanese Islands
Destination CountryDodecanese Islands
No. of Operators2
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price$144
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings13
Average Sailing Duration2 h 15 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 30 m
First Ferry10:15
Last Ferry21:35
Distance50 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Kos to Patmos Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

    The ferry crossing time from Kos to Patmos is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

    Kos to Patmos ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Kos to Patmos is $144. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Kos to Patmos?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Kos to Patmos. These are

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Kos to Patmos?

    Book ferries from Kos to Patmos through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Kos to Patmos with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Kos to Patmos with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Kos to Patmos?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Kos to Patmos?

    The distance from Kos to Patmos is 50 nautical miles.

Kos Guide

Located in the Dodecanese group of islands, the Greek island of Kos is around 4km from the coast of Bodrum in Turkey. The island is around 40 km long and 8 km wide and has a number of towns and villages. The main town and port is also called Kos, but the island's other villages include Kefalos, Tingaki, Kardamena, Mastihari, Antimachia, Marmari and Pyli. Kos Town is usually quite and there is lots to do there. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and clubs in the town which have led to the island as a whole becoming very popular with tourists. For those visitors looking for a bargain, practically everything is available in the island's shops from ceramics to fur, shoes to books and clothes and jewellery to leather products. The most popular tourist centres on the island often also have many small shops offering handmade goods such as ceramics and embroideries along with more traditional local products such as honey, herbs, wine, sweets and spices.

There are daily services between Kos and Piraeus along with services between Kos and the rest of the Dodecanese, the islands of the north eastern Aegean and Turkey. The trip by conventional ferry can take up to 13 hours, depending on the intermediate stopovers, and the trip with a high speed boat can take between 5 and 8 hours.


Patmos Guide

The Greek island of Patmos is one of the Dodecanese group of islands and lies in the Aegean Sea, just off the west coast of Turkey. Skala is the port town on the island and is also the location of many of the most popular attractions. To the north of Skala is Meloi Beach with is picturesque and is shaded by trees. In the village of Hora there is the Monastery of St. John which is a popular site as is the Cave of Apocalypse which is thought to have been the sacred cave where Saint Ioannis heard the voice of God and wrote the Apocalypse. In the cave visitors are able to see the cross that was engraved by Saint Ioannis along with three small cracks in the rock through which the voice of God came, symbolising the Holy Trinity. The island is also mentioned in the Book of Revelation in the Bible where it states that its author, John, was on Patmos when he was given (and recorded) a vision from Jesus.

Kos to Patmos Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-03 and 2025-03-09


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:15 12:25 2 hours 10 minutes Sat, Sun
Blue Star Ferries 10:15 13:20 3 hours 5 minutes Tue
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:25 12:40 2 hours 15 minutes Mon, Tue
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:00 14:15 2 hours 15 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:50 15:05 2 hours 15 minutes Tue, Sat
Blue Star Ferries 20:30 23:45 3 hours 15 minutes Wed
Blue Star Ferries 20:30 23:55 3 hours 25 minutes Mon, Fri
Blue Star Ferries 21:35 01:55 4 hours 20 minutes Thu

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