Book your Kos – Vathy ferry crossing here and begin your journey between two distinctive Aegean islands. Departing from Kos, with its lively harbour and layers of ancient history, the route leads to Vathy, the picturesque port town on Samos. The approach to Vathy is a memorable introduction to Samos, framed by green slopes and the sheltered waters of its bay. Choose your travel dates to explore ferry options for this island-to-island journey.
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How long is the travel time for Kos – Vathy?
The Kos to Vathy ferry links the Dodecanese island of Kos with Vathy on Samos, crossing the eastern Aegean Sea. Sailing duration can vary with the vessel’s route, intermediate island calls, sea conditions and the day’s operating schedule, so the journey may feel as much like an island-hopping passage as a direct crossing.
Methods of Travel Kos – Vathy
On the Kos – Vathy ferry route with Blue Star Ferries, a vehicle is not required. You can therefore make the crossing without arranging vehicle transport, leaving you free to focus on the sea journey from Kos towards Vathy on Samos. This can be a particularly appealing way to travel if you plan to explore the harbour town and its surroundings at an easy pace after arrival.
Are pets allowed on the Kos – Vathy route?
Pets can be booked on the Kos – Vathy ferry with Blue Star Ferries, so your four-legged companion can join you on the crossing to Samos. When reserving, include your pet in the booking from the start and arrive with plenty of time to spare: passenger and vehicle check-in is required at least 120 minutes before departure. Keep your pet comfortable and secure while travelling, and have any travel paperwork you may need ready before setting off for the port.
Check-in Information Kos – Vathy
For the Kos – Vathy ferry with Blue Star Ferries, both passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before departure. Arriving with time to spare makes the start of your Aegean crossing feel far more relaxed, especially around busy sailing periods.
You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Have an accepted passport or ID ready for the journey, then you can settle into the anticipation of sailing from Kos towards Vathy on Samos.
Kos to Vathy ferry
Leaving Kos for Vathy brings together two distinct faces of the eastern Aegean: Kos, with its broad coastline and long history, and Samos, a greener, more mountainous island close to the Turkish coast. The Kos – Vathy ferry route arrives at Vathy, the principal port and capital of Samos, set around a deep natural bay beneath hillside neighbourhoods. It is a pleasing island-to-island journey for travellers continuing their Greek adventure beyond the Dodecanese and into the North Aegean. From Vathy, Samos invites unhurried exploration, from its waterfront streets and island villages to its dramatic inland landscapes.
Blue Star Ferries offers this route option, and accommodation is required for the crossing. You can travel as a foot passenger, as bringing a vehicle is not required, while pet bookings are permitted for those travelling with an animal. For departure from Kos, both passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before sailing. A passport is required, with ID or passport accepted, and you do not need the supplier ticket at check-in.
Compare and book your crossing
Use this page to compare available Kos to Vathy ferry options and choose a crossing that suits the shape of your holiday. Once you have found the right sailing, booking your ferry lets the sea passage become part of the trip: a calm break between islands, followed by the welcoming curve of Vathy Bay on arrival.
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