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Ferry from Kos to Lipsi

Depending on the season their are about 10 weekly sailings between Kos and Lipsi. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Kos to Lipsi, Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries. Kos Lipsi ferries take around 1 hour 50 minutes. The ferry costs between $71.04 and $354.86, 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 Lipsi.

What's the ferry schedule from Kos to Lipsi?

The earliest Kos Lipsi ferry typically departs Kos at about 00:20 and the last ferry usually leaves at 21:35.

How long is the ferry from Kos to Lipsi?

Ferries from Kos to Lipsi sail in around 1 hour 50 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Kos Lipsi Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 10 weekly sailings from Kos to Lipsi provided by Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Dodekanisos Seaways provide 9 sailings weekly. Blue Star Ferries provide 2 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost fromKos to Lipsi?

The price of a ferry from Kos to Lipsi typically range between $71.04* and $354.86*. On average the Kos Lipsi ferry is $281.69*. The cheapest Kos Lipsi ferry prices start from $71.04*. The average price for a foot passenger is $281.69*. The average price for a car is $610.50*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2025.

What is the distance from Kos to Lipsi?

The distance between Kos to Lipsi is approximately 44 miles (71km) or 38 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Kos to Lipsi with a car?

Yes, Kos Lipsi ferries allow cars onboard with Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries between Kos and Lipsi. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Kos and Lipsi use our Deal Finder.

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

Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Kos Lipsi ferries.

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

Dodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Kos to Lipsi. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Kos - Lipsi Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationDodecanese Islands
DestinationDodecanese Islands
No. of Operators2
OperatorsDodekanisos Seaways & Blue Star Ferries
Average Price$282
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings10
Average Sailing Duration1 h 50 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 45 m
First Ferry00:20
Last Ferry21:35
Distance38 Nautical Miles

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

Kos to Lipsi Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Kos to Lipsi?

    The ferry crossing time from Kos to Lipsi is approximately 1 hour 50 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 Lipsi?

    Kos to Lipsi ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Kos to Lipsi is $281.69. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Kos to Lipsi?

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

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

    Book ferries from Kos to Lipsi 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 Lipsi?

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

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

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

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

    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 Lipsi?

    The distance from Kos to Lipsi is 38 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.


Lipsi Guide

Lipsi is a Greek island that is one of the Dodecanese group of islands and lies between the island of Patmos and the island of Leros. The island, which can trace its history back to prehistoric times, is the largest island among a complex of smaller islands and islets and collectively form part of the Natura network. The island as we know it today was founded in 1669 by a Cretan named Illias and was later officially united with Greece in 1948. Popular attractions on the island include the Church of Aghios Ioannis, Theologos which is located next to the Town Hall and Museum. Contained within the church you can see the icon of Panaghia the Mavri (the Black Madonna) which dates back to around 1500. Also of interest to visitors is the Ecclesiastical Folklore Museum which contains some ecclesiastical relics and a small archaeological collection. Also of interest is the Panaghia of Haros, which dates back to 1600, which is situated around 1.5 km from Lipsi Town and is where you can see the only icon in Greece depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Crucified Jesus in her arms instead of the infant Jesus.

Kos to Lipsi Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/03/2025 and 23/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 08:30 11:15 2 hours 45 minutes Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:15 12:00 1 hour 45 minutes Sat, Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:25 12:15 1 hour 50 minutes Mon, Tue
Blue Star Ferries 11:50 15:15 3 hours 25 minutes Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:00 13:50 1 hour 50 minutes Wed, Fri
Dodekanisos Seaways 12:50 14:40 1 hour 50 minutes Tue, Sat

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