Ferries Kos – Naxos

Sailing Time
7h 50m – 8h 10m
Operating time
Sep. – Okt.
Frequency
1 times per week
Pets
Pets are allowed on this route
Price
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Book your Kos – Naxos ferry crossing here and set course from the eastern Dodecanese to the heart of the Cyclades. Leaving Kos, an island known for its broad beaches and ancient heritage, the journey leads towards Naxos, with its mountain villages, long sandy shores and landmark Portara. This connection offers a memorable way to link two distinct Greek island landscapes, and Blue Star Ferries permits passengers to travel without a vehicle. Choose your preferred sailing and begin shaping your Greek island escape.

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How long is the travel time for Kos – Naxos?

The Kos to Naxos ferry journey links two distinctive Aegean islands, crossing from the Dodecanese towards the Cyclades. Sailing time can vary with the vessel’s itinerary, including any intermediate island calls, as well as sea conditions and the particular service operating on the day. The voyage is a scenic passage through the island-dotted Aegean, with Naxos offering a memorable Cycladic arrival.

Methods of Travel Kos – Naxos

On the Kos – Naxos ferry route with Blue Star Ferries, a vehicle is not required. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for travellers continuing their Cyclades journey without bringing their own transport. Settle into the rhythm of the Aegean, arrive in Naxos, and explore the island from its lively port town outward at your own pace.

Are pets allowed on the Kos – Naxos route?

Pets can be booked on the Kos – Naxos ferry with Blue Star Ferries, so your four-legged companion can join you on the journey between the Dodecanese and the Cyclades. Arrange your pet’s place when booking, and allow extra time before departure: passenger and vehicle check-in is required at least 120 minutes before sailing. Bringing familiar water, food and a calming item can help make the crossing feel more comfortable for your pet.

Check-in Information Kos – Naxos

For the Kos – Naxos ferry with Blue Star Ferries, both foot passengers and travellers with a vehicle should complete check-in at least 120 minutes before departure. Arriving with time to spare lets the harbour-side anticipation replace any last-minute rush as you prepare to sail from Kos towards Naxos.

You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Bring an accepted identity document, as passport or ID is required for travel. Keep your booking details and travel document ready as you make your way through the port, then settle in and enjoy the first stretch of your Cyclades journey.

Port Information Kos – Naxos

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Kos to Naxos Ferry

Leaving Kos for Naxos is a journey through the Dodecanese and into the heart of the Cyclades, with the Aegean stretching wide between two distinctly characterful Greek islands. Kos brings a blend of ancient landmarks, lively waterfronts and broad coastal scenery, while Naxos welcomes visitors with whitewashed villages, mountain landscapes and long sandy beaches. The Kos – Naxos ferry route is a lovely way to trade the eastern Aegean for the Cycladic island atmosphere of Naxos, where the monumental Portara gateway stands beside the harbour. It is a crossing that feels like a genuine change of scene: one island horizon recedes, and another holiday chapter begins.

Blue Star Ferries offers this route option without requiring you to travel with a vehicle, making it well suited to passengers continuing their Greek island journey on foot. Accommodation is required for this sailing option, so it forms an important part of arranging your passage. Pets can be included in a booking with Blue Star Ferries, allowing more of the family to travel together. For check-in, passengers and vehicles must arrive at least 120 minutes before departure. A passport is required, and accepted identification includes an ID or passport; you do not need the supplier ticket at check-in. Use this page to compare available Kos to Naxos ferry crossings and choose the sailing that fits naturally with your time on the islands.

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