How to travel from Kos to Andros, Greece
The distance between Kos and Andros is around 342km (213 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly, then take a ferry and then take the bus which takes around 5h 25m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Kos to Andros by ferry, plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Andros → Kos if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Kos (KGS) to Syros Island (JSY) then take a ferry to Gavrio.
- Duration6hrs
- Flight time1h 35m
- Typical cost€190($190)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry via Ágios Kírykos
Take a ferry to Ágios Kírykos then Mykonos and then to Gavrio.
- Duration9h 30m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€110($110)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kos and Andros
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kos to Andros by ferry, plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 11h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly, then take a ferry and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €115 ($115).
The distance between Kos and Andros is around 342km (213 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 228km (142 miles)
It takes around 10h 20m to get from Kos and Andros by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Kos to Andros is to fly, then take a ferry and then take the bus which takes around 5h 25m and will set you back approx €115 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Kos and Andros is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kos and Andros. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Athens (ATH) then take a ferry to Gavrio then take the bus to Andros. instead which will take 5h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kos and Andros. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Athens (ATH) then take a ferry to Gavrio then take the bus to Andros. instead which will take 5h 25m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Kos and Andros. The ferry typically takes around 10h 20m and departs twice a week.
Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Dodekanisos Seaways, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Kos and Andros. Ferries run twice a week and take around 10h 20m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kos to Andros. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Athens (ATH) then take a ferry to Gavrio then take the bus to Andros. instead which will take 5h 25m.
The closest major airport to Andros is Mykonos Airport (JMK) (JMK) which is approximately 62km (38 miles) from Andros. Athens International Airport (ATH) (ATH) and Paros Airport (PAS) (PAS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kos to Andros. We recommend that you take a ferry to Syros and then to Gavrio. instead which will take 10h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kos to Andros is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 10h 20m and will usually cost around €135 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kos and Andros
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 6hrs | €190($190) | twice a week | 551km (342 miles) |
| Fly to Mykonos (JMK), Ferry | 10h 15m | €355($355) | once daily | 3,870km (2,405 miles) |
| Plane, Ferry and Bus | 5h 25m | €115($115) | once daily | 453km (281 miles) |
Ferry via Ágios Kírykos + 2 similar | 9h 30m | €110($110) | twice a week | 445km (277 miles) |
| Ferry | 10h 20m | €135($135) | twice a week | 342km (213 miles) |
| Ferry via Syros | 11h 25m | €105($105) | once a week | 342km (213 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kos and Andros
Ferry operators
Dodekanisos Seaways
Fast Ferries
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Chair
Airports near Andros
The following major airports near Andros offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Mykonos Airport (JMK)
- Distance
- 62km (38 miles) from Andros
Athens International Airport (ATH)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Andros
Paros Airport (PAS)
- Distance
- 89km (55 miles) from Andros