Kos – Nisyros
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
Kos – Nisyros
Ferry to Dodecanese Islands
You can get a ferry from Kos to Nisyros. Ferries from Kos to Nisyros are available all year round. With around 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings, there's plenty of options to choose from.
Kos to Nisyros first ferry: departs Kos at 00:20.
Kos to Nisyros last ferry: departs Kos at around 20:15.
Bear in mind that the Kos Nisyros ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Kos to Nisyros ferry timetable before you book.
How long the Kos to Nisyros ferry is depends on whether you’re travelling on a Kos Nisyros fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Kos to Nisyros ferry duration is usually around 50 minutes on average.
Average Kos to Nisyros ferry time: 50 minutes
Fastest ferry: 45 minutes
Longest ferry: 1 hour 40 minutes
The fastest ferries from Kos to Nisyros take 45 minutes.
Kos to Nisyros ferries are provided by 4 ferry companies; Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries & Anem Ferries. There are a combined total of 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Kos Nisyros ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Kos ferry to Nisyros runs all year round
Blue Star Ferries: 1 daily sailing and 2 weekly sailings
Dodekanisos Seaways: 1 daily sailing and 2 weekly sailings
SAOS Ferries: 1 daily sailing and 2 weekly sailings
Anem Ferries: 1 daily sailing and 4 weekly sailings
Kos Nisyros ferry prices can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in.
Average Kos Nisyros ferry cost: £28.43
Kos to Nisyros distance: approximately 20.4 miles (32.8km) or 18 nautical miles.
With ferries to Nisyros from Nisyros taking around 50 minutes, you can easily do a Kos to Nisyros day trip.
Yes, you can get the ferry from Kos to Nisyros with a car.
Car operators: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries & Anem Ferries
Car prices: usually between £43.60 to £129.50
Cheapest car price: £28.90
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Kos to Nisyros ferry.
Kos Nisyros foot passenger ferries: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways, SAOS Ferries & Anem Ferries
Foot passenger prices: usually between £14.20 and £59
Cheapest foot passenger price: £8.30
Here's everything you need to know about taking your pet on the Kos to Nisyros boat.
Pets are allowed on Kos ferries to Nisyros. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
Pet-friendly operators:
Blue Star Ferries
Dodekanisos Seaways
Pets are allowed on Kos ferries to Nisyros. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
You will need the following things with you when travelling with your pet on a ferry from Kos to Nisyros.
Blue Star Ferries:
Dodekanisos Seaways:
Blue Star Ferries: free
Dodekanisos Seaways: free
You can travel with guide dogs and assistance dogs on the boat from Kos to Nisyros with Ventouris Ferries. However, you must let the ferry company know at the time of booking. You may also have to present any necessary certificates if asked to do so on board.
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| Kos - Nisyros Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries | |
| Average Price | £28* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 51m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 50m | |
| First Ferry | 00:20 | |
| Last Ferry | 12:55 | |
| Distance | 17 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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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.
The Greek island of Nisyros is one of the Dodecanese group of islands and lies in the Aegean Sea, between the island of Kos and the island of Tilos. Nisyros is regarded as one of the most beautiful islands in the region and is largely untouched by tourism. The island, which has a coastline of around 28 km, was created, according to mythology, during the war between Gods and Giants where Poseidon chased the Giant Polyvotis down to Kos, cut a part of it and threw it to his enemy, sinking him forever in to the bottom of the Aegean Sea. This rock is Nisyros and the volcano's eruptions are said to be the angry breathing of the defeated Giant.
The island's capital, and home to the island's port, is Mandraki and is one of the largest villages on Nisyros. Mandraki is characterised by charming cobblestoned streets and squares and typical Greek whitewashed two storeyed houses complete with wooden balconies. The nightlife is not very intense but you will surely have a good time in the village where there are little tavernas and some bars to enjoy.
It can be reached by ferry from Piraeus, Kos and Rhodes.
We recommend booking in advance to find the cheapest ferry from Kos to Nisyros. Nisyros to Nisyros ferry prices vary depending on the season you’re travelling in. Most Nisyros Kos ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re travelling from Kos to Nisyros by boat in summer it’s always best to make your Kos to Nisyros ferry booking in advance. Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the cheapest ferry from Kos to Nisyros.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Kos Nisyros ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Kos to Nisyros ferry booking.
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're getting the Kos to Nisyros ferry with luggage, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Kos to Nisyros ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
Blue Star Ferries: up to 50kg
Dodekanisos Seaways: up to 40kg
Anem Ferries: up to 50kg
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the ferry between Kos and Nisyros. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the Kos to Nisyros boat differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Blue Star Ferries: As well as Economy and airline-style seating, private and shared cabins are available on board including 2, 3 and 4 berth cabins.
Dodekanisos Seaways: there’s a variety of seating on board including economy, super economy and business seats.
Anem Ferries: economy numbered and super economy deck seats. Airplane-type seats are also available on some ships.
Yes, the ferries from Kos to Nisyros are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
Blue Star Ferries: Special cabins, priority boarding and wheelchairs are available on board.
Dodekanisos Seaways: Ships have special areas with easy access. The crew are also available to assist.
Anem Ferries: accessible facilities for people with disabilities.
We recommend arriving at Kos port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Kos Nisyros tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Kos to Nisyros ferry booking should be in your confirmation email.
Blue Star Ferries: from 48 to 2 hours before the scheduled departure time
Dodekanisos Seaways: at least 1 hour before departure
Anem Ferries: at least 2 hours before departure
Yes, parking is available at Kos port.
Kos ferry port is located in Kos Town in the northeast of the island, making it convenient to get to.
From Kos Town:
By foot: less than 10 minutes walk
By car/taxi: around 5 minutes drive depending on traffic
From Kos Airport:
By bus: public buses will take you from Kos airport to Kos ferry port in about 30 minutes.
By car/taxi: the drive will take approximately 28 minutes from the airport.
Ferries to Nisyros will take you to Mandraki, the capital of the island. There are plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants within walking distance of the port. If you want to venture further, local buses connect Mandraki with other destinations on the island including Loutra, Pali, Emporios and Nikia.
If you’re travelling by car or renting a car whilst there, speed limits on the Greek Islands are as follows:
Built-up areas: 50km/h or 31mph
Open roads: 90km/h or 56mph
Motorways: 130km/h or 81mph
