Kos, Greece offers enough gems to keep you busy for days if not weeks. From beaches to restaurants, from breathtaking views to wineries… the list is long. Getting around the city and the island by bus is not only possible, but it’s cheap and convenient. Here’s our complete Kos Bus Guide to make it easy as well!
City vs Inter-city busses
As with other islands and territories in Greece, Kos possesses two bus networks :
- KTEL KOS / ΚΤΕΛ ΚΩΣ : Kos island’s intercity bus network, connecting Kos, the airport, and major cities of the island. All the islands major cities are connected, with Kos city and Kos airports acting as hubs.
- Kos Near Bus: Kos city’s bus network, connecting some nearby sites and hotels to get around Kos city.
From city to city across the island: KTEL KOS / ΚΤΕΛ ΚΩΣ
With Kos intercity bus terminal as a main hub, KTEL KOS offers regular, reliable and cheap connections to most cities.
Main destinations include :
- Kos International Airport “Ippokratis” – Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Κω “Ιπποκρατης” (see our airport bus guide)
- Kos city (bus terminal, info desk) – Κως
- Kefalos – Κέφαλος
- Tigaki – Τιγκάκι
- Marmari – Μαρμάρι
For more info on how to move around with these busses, check our Kos intercity bus guide.
Within the city of Kos and its surroundings: Kos Near Bus
No need to worry about navigating Kos center itself, as the city is easily walkable and has several cycling path. Most of the center can easily be reached within a 15 minutes walk, allowing you to get to most restaurants and shops without worrying about any bus.
For more info on how to navigate is Kos city and its surroundings, check our complete Kos city bus guide.