Ferry Rhodes → Kos 🇬🇷🇬🇷
The Rhodes–Kos ferry is the main hop of the Dodecanese, linking two of the south-eastern Aegean's most popular islands. It's a frequent connection, with up to four sailings a day in summer across three operators. Blue Star Ferries runs conventional ships such as Blue Star Patmos and Lefka Ori from just €14.50 per passenger (€29 for two), carrying cars and offering cabins on the longer crossings. SAOS Ferries provides a similar low-cost conventional service from around €14.70. For speed, Dodekanisos Seaways' high-speed Dodekanisos Express covers the route in about 2h20 (passengers only, around €51). The slow conventional ferries can take up to seven hours as they call at other islands en route, but they remain the cheapest and most flexible way to island-hop between Rhodes and Kos.
The Rhodes → Kos ferry route serves Kos from Rhodes, in Greece. It is operated by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries, with a crossing time of About 2h20 on the high-speed catamaran, up to ~7h on the slow conventional ferry calling at other islands (Up to 4 sailings a day in summer). Fares start from €14 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.
Operators on this route
- Blue Star Ferries
- Dodekanisos Seaways
- SAOS Ferries
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Rhodes to Kos ferry take?
- It depends on the ship. Dodekanisos Seaways' high-speed Dodekanisos Express crosses in about 2h20 directly. The slower Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries conventional ships can take up to around 7 hours when they call at other islands along the way.
- Which company operates the Rhodes to Kos ferry?
- Three operators serve the route: Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries with conventional ships, and Dodekanisos Seaways with the high-speed Dodekanisos Express catamaran.
- What is the cheapest way to get from Rhodes to Kos by ferry?
- Blue Star Ferries is the cheapest option, from about €14.50 per passenger (around €29 for two). SAOS Ferries is similarly priced at roughly €14.70. The high-speed Dodekanisos Express is faster but costs around €51 per passenger.
- Can I take a car on the ferry from Rhodes to Kos?
- Yes. The conventional ferries run by Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries carry cars, and Blue Star also offers cabins on the longer crossings. The high-speed Dodekanisos Express is passenger-only and does not take vehicles.
- How often does the ferry run and when should I book?
- In summer there are up to four sailings a day. The route is popular in peak season, so it's best to book ahead — especially if you're travelling with a car or want a cabin on the conventional ships.