Kos
Lipsi
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Ferry from Kos to Lipsi

The Kos Lipsi ferry route connects Dodecanese Islands with Dodecanese Islands and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The Dodekanisos Seaways service runs up to 10 times per week with a sailing duration of around 1 hour 50 minutes while the Blue Star Ferries service runs up to 2 times per week with a duration from 2 hours 40 minutes.

So that’s a combined 12 sailings on offer per week on the Kos Lipsi route between Dodecanese Islands and Dodecanese Islands. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Kos - Lipsi Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & Dodekanisos Seaways
Average Price $138*
Average Weekly Sailings 3
Average Sailing Duration 1h 52m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 50m
First Ferry 00:20
Last Ferry 18:35
Distance 38 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Kos to Lipsi?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Kos to Lipsi is approximately 2h 17m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Kos to Lipsi?

The average price of a ferry from Kos to Lipsi is approximately $75. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Kos to Lipsi can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Kos to Lipsi?

There are currently 2 popular ferry operators travelling from Kos to Lipsi. The following operators that provide this service are
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Kos to Lipsi?

Ferries from Kos to Lipsi are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kos to Lipsi?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Kos to Lipsi with
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

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

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Kos to Lipsi with the following operators
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

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

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
  • Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Blue Star Ferries

How far is Lipsi from Kos?

Kos to Lipsi is approximately 38 nautical miles distance apart.

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 12/23/2024 and 12/29/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 00:20 03:05 2 hours 45 minutes Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:10 12:00 1 hour 50 minutes Sat, Sun
Dodekanisos Seaways 10:25 12:15 1 hour 50 minutes Mon, Tue

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