How to travel from Kos to Zakynthos, Greece
The distance between Kos and Zakynthos is around 606km (376 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Kos to Zakynthos by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Zakynthos → Kos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kos (KGS) to Zakinthos (ZTH).
- Duration2h 40m
- Flight time1h 35m
- Typical cost€180($180)
Sky Express
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the bus to Patras then take a ferry to Zakynthos.
- Duration16h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€95($95)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kos and Zakynthos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kos to Zakynthos by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €74 ($74) and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €180 ($180).
The distance between Kos and Zakynthos is around 606km (376 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 568km (353 miles)
It takes around 2h 40m to get from Kos and Zakynthos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kos to Zakynthos is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €180 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Kos and Zakynthos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €74 ($74) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kos and Zakynthos. Flights depart from Kos (KGS) and arrive at Zakinthos (ZTH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Kos to Zakynthos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kos to Zakynthos typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Kos (KGS) and and arrive into Zakinthos (ZTH).
The closest major airport to Zakynthos is Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos. Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) (EFL) and Araxos Airport (GPA) (GPA) 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 Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Kos (KGS) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 2h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kos to Zakynthos is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around €180 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kos and Zakynthos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 40m | €180($180) | every 4 hours | 606km (376 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 5h 50m | €200($200) | 5 times a week | 792km (492 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 16h 50m | €95($95) | once daily | 691km (429 miles) |
| Ferry to Bodrum, bus | 1 day 11h | €74($74) | once daily | 2,175km (1,352 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kos and Zakynthos
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Blue Air
FlexFlight ApS
Ferry operators
Dodekanisos Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
KTEL Zakythos
Skymarine
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
MetroTurizm
Kamil Koc
Airports near Zakynthos
The following major airports near Zakynthos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
- Distance
- 44km (28 miles) from Zakynthos
Araxos Airport (GPA)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Zakynthos