Checked offer from Kos to Bodrum (Turkey): Ferry, about 1h 30min, from €26. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): Turkish Sea Lines, Turyol, Tilos Travel; main departure point: Kos Port.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 4, 2026 for a departure on November 25, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Sea Lines | Ferry | Kos Port | €26 | 2 |
| Turyol | Ferry | Kos Port | €26 | 2 |
| Dentur Avrasya | Ferry | Kos Port | €27 | 1 |
| Bodrum Sea Lines | Ferry | Kos Port | €27 | 1 |
| Tilos Travel | Ferry | Kos Port | €32 | 2 |
| Makri Travel | Ferry | Kos Port | €68 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Small international ferries have limited capacity, and summer departures can fill up. Book online before you travel so your seat is confirmed and you are not stuck on Kos waiting for the next available sailing.
Cross-border services follow seasonal timetables and may not run every day, especially outside summer. Confirm the departure day for your dates before booking hotels, so you are not stranded on the island.
Unlike Athens, where Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio can be confusing, Kos has one main passenger harbour in the town centre. Check your ticket for the exact departure point and arrive at the quay in good time.
You pass through exit and entry checks on both sides. Keep your passport and any visa or e-visa documents easy to reach, and check Turkish entry rules for your nationality before departure.
Strong wind can delay or cancel a crossing. Avoid tight connections on the Turkish side, such as a same-day flight, and keep some flexibility in your plans for the day of travel.
The journey experience
Crossing from Kos to Bodrum is one of the easiest international hops you can make from Greece. The two towns face each other across a narrow strait, so you leave the Dodecanese and arrive on the Turkish Aegean coast in the same morning. For this route the ferry is the answer: no coach, train or flight is needed, and you go from harbour to harbour in the centre of each town.
The boat is a passenger ferry with indoor seating and an open deck for the views as Kos fades behind you. Services on this crossing are run by a small number of operators, and the vessel is simple and comfortable rather than luxurious. Because you are crossing a border, passport checks happen at both ends, so the experience feels a little different from a domestic island hop. Expect a short queue at the port before boarding and again on arrival in Turkey.
The real risk on this kind of route is not the distance but the timetable: border crossings usually run on a seasonal schedule, and departures can be reduced or paused in the quieter months or when the wind is strong. Check the current sailing days before you plan around it, keep your passport handy, and book online ahead of time in high season so you are not left without a seat. Leave a buffer if you have an onward flight or bus in Turkey, and you can relax.
Frequently asked questions — Kos → Bodrum (Turkey)
Tickets for the Kos to Bodrum ferry start from €26, and the typical fare goes up to around €28. Prices can vary slightly by operator, date and whether you buy a one-way or return ticket, so compare options and book online ahead of time in high season.
The ferry crossing takes about 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 40. Allow extra time on top of that for check-in at the port and for passport control in both Greece and Turkey, which are part of every international crossing.
The ferry is the best way to travel between Kos and Bodrum. It takes you from harbour to harbour, from the centre of one town to the centre of the other, with a crossing of about 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 40 and fares from €26.
The ferry leaves from the passenger port in Kos town, on the waterfront next to the castle, and arrives at the harbour in Bodrum. Check your ticket for the exact departure point and the recommended check-in time before you travel.
The Kos to Bodrum ferry is a direct crossing, so you do not need to change on another island. You board in Kos and step off in Bodrum, with the crossing taking about 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 40.
Why visit Bodrum (Turkey)?
- ✓ Explore the medieval Castle of St Peter and its Museum of Underwater Archaeology, home to famous shipwreck treasures
- ✓ Wander the ruins of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- ✓ Take a traditional gulet cruise to secluded coves and turquoise bays along the Bodrum Peninsula
- ✓ Stroll through the whitewashed lanes of Gümüşlük and enjoy fresh fish at a seaside table at sunset
- ✓ Dance the night away at the Bodrum Halikarnas open-air club or sip cocktails along the lively marina
When to visit Bodrum (Turkey)?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
May to early October — hot, sunny and dry weather with warm seas, ideal for beaches and boat trips
What to do in Bodrum (Turkey)?
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How long to visit Bodrum (Turkey)?
Plan 3 to 5 days in Bodrum. With 3 days, you can see the Castle of St Peter and its underwater archaeology museum, the Mausoleum ruins, the marina and the old town, and spend a day on the beaches of Gümüşlük or Bitez. With 5 days, add a boat trip to the Greek island of Kos or a gulet cruise along the coast. Book the Kos ferry ahead in high season and bring your passport.
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