The Bodrum Kos ferry route operates year-round with six major ferry companies providing up to 53 weekly crossings during peak summer season, connecting Turkey and Greece across a distance of 11 nautical miles (19 km). Journey times range from 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, with ticket prices from €30 for standard passengers.
This route offers the most frequent service and lowest prices among Turkey-Greece ferry connections, with the fastest crossing completed in just 20 minutes. Operating primarily as passenger-only services with occasional vehicle transportation options, ferries depart from two locations in Bodrum - the modern Cruise Port (1.5km from city center) and Castle Harbour (city center).
The route serves Kos's main port near the island's center, making it ideal for day trips to explore both destinations' rich historical sites including Bodrum Castle, the ancient Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and Kos's Tree of Hippocrates. Valid passport or ID is required for crossing, with arrival 1 hour before departure recommended during busy summer periods.
Primary Operators: The route is served by two main ferry companies: Yesil Marmaris Lines and Dentur, each operating both high-speed catamarans and conventional ferries.
During summer, expect about 53 weekly crossings, while off-season provides around 9 sailings per week. Departures occur in the morning from 9am until 12pm and in the afternoon from 4pm to 6pm both from Kos and Bodrum.
Services operate using both catamarans and conventional ferries with open decks, with catamarans offering faster journey times.
Tree of Hippocrates landmark, Kos Castle, Therma Beach, archaeological sites including Ancient Agora. Asklepieion ancient healing site, amphitheater, ancient ruins, charming villages.
Ferry services may be suspended during adverse weather conditions in the Aegean Sea, particularly during winter months, making schedule flexibility important for travelers.
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 25€ | 36€ | 46€ |
| Child | 16€ | 24€ | 30€ |
| Infant | 5€ | 5€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 25€ | 33€ | 38€ |
| Child | 15€ | 20€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 15€ | 15€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
Bodrum Ports: Bodrum has two ports: Bodrum Cruise Port and Bodrum Castle Harbour (city center).
Based on current ferry schedules, Kos has extensive ferry connections to numerous Greek islands. The island has three ports: the main port in Kos Town (Chora), Mastichari port (northwest coast), and Kefalos port (southwest tip).
Kos serves as an excellent hub for exploring the Dodecanese islands, with particularly strong connections to nearby islands and frequent services year-round. The variety of ports and numerous ferry companies provide flexible options for island hopping adventures.
The route operates year-round with varying frequency. From June to September, there are about 18 weekly crossings, while from October to May, the route operates with around 2 sailings per week. During high season, there are around 7 weekly sailings with Dentur providing up to 3 weekly sailings.
The journey lasts between 20 to 30 minutes depending on the ferry company, type of vessel and weather conditions. The fastest ferry takes just 20 minutes, while most ferries take approximately 30-32 minutes.
From Bodrum to Kos: The first ferry usually departs at 08:30 and the last ferry leaves around 17:00 From Kos to Bodrum: The first ferry usually departs at 09:15 and the last ferry leaves around 17:00-18:00
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 25€ | 33€ | 38€ |
| Child | 15€ | 20€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 15€ | 15€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
The route is served by Yesil Marmaris Lines, Dentur, Exas Shipping Service, Sky Marine, Bodrum Sea Lines, and Turkish Sea Lines.
In order to travel from Cesme to Chios, you are advised to carry with you an ID or a valid passport. EU citizens can typically travel with just an ID card.
For Turkish citizens; Turkish citizens need Shengen visa to visit Chios, but they can now obtain a simplified, short-term visa specifically for visiting certain Greek islands, including Lesvos, Chios, Samos, Kos and Rhodes. This "visa express" program is available as a fast-track visa service, allows stays of up to 7 days.
Citizens from other countries should check specific visa requirements for Greece/Schengen area.
You are advised to arrive at least 1 hour before departure, which should be sufficient for passport control and boarding.
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