Island in South Aegean, Greece
Internet in Kos: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Kos?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Kos Town cafés have decent wifi; beach bars are weak. Nomad infrastructure is thin.
Getting online in Kos
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | VDSL and some fibre in Kos Town; rentals often cost 25–40 EUR a month. Villages vary, so check speed with hosts. |
| Cafés and coworking | Kos Town cafés have decent wifi; beach bars are weak. Nomad infrastructure is thin. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telekom (formerly Cosmote), Vodafone, Nova |
| Monthly data plan | €15–30 ($17–34) |
Coworking in Kos
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Kos?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Kos Town cafés have decent wifi; beach bars are weak. Nomad infrastructure is thin.
Which SIM card should I get in Kos?
Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Greece?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Greece
- Telekom (formerly Cosmote)
- Vodafone
- Nova
- Kos Island International Airport
- Municipality of Kos
- Visit Greece
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.