Ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia)
3h 10m to 6h 30m · from €18.00 · 2 operators
Patmos to Tilos at a glance
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 13:05 and the latest is 22:45. The crossing takes between 3h 10m and 6h 30m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €18.50 on a conventional ferry and from €42.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 22 July 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €18.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €42.00 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 22 July 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Patmos to Tilos Route Map
This is a long haul down the Dodecanese chain, from Patmos in the north to the small, quiet island of Tilos between Nisyros and Rhodes. The Dodekanisos Express catamaran does it in a little over three hours, while the Blue Star Patmos, calling at several islands en route, takes closer to six and a half. Either way it is a proper island-hopping leg rather than a quick transfer.
Ferries dock at Livadia, the island's main village, set on a bay with tavernas and rooms within walking distance of the quay. Tilos is one of the least developed islands in the Dodecanese and trades on that: marked hiking trails, birdlife, quiet beaches, and the Charkadio cave where fossilised dwarf elephants were found. The older inland settlement of Megalo Chorio sits up the hill, but Livadia is where you arrive and where most people stay.
The route is thin, running only a handful of times a fortnight, so it needs planning around rather than assuming. Current sailings, operator and fares for your dates are in the table below, with prices starting around €18. If the direct crossing does not line up, Kos and Rhodes both have better-connected links onward to Tilos.
Patmos to Tilos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €18.50 on a conventional ferry and from €42.00 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €18.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
| High-speed vessel | €42.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express |
Weekly Patmos to Tilos Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:05 | 16:15 | 3h 10m | €42.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2027-07-01 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:05 | 16:15 | 3h 10m | €42.00 | 2026-10-27 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:15 | 16:35 | 3h 20m | €42.00 | 2027-07-08 to 2027-07-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 22:05 | 04:35 | 6h 30m | €18.50 | 2026-08-20 to 2026-08-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 22:45 | 04:35 | 5h 50m | €18.50 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-24 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Do you need a car in Patmos?
Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Patmos to Tilos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:15 | 16:35 | 3h 20m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 22:05 | 04:35 | 6h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 13:05 | 16:15 | 3h 10m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 22:45 | 04:35 | 5h 50m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Patmos to Tilos?
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 22 July 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Patmos to Tilos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 13:15. Departures fall on Thursday.
How many ferries run from Patmos to Tilos this week?
2 sailings from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Patmos to Tilos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) usually leaves at 13:15. Across the published schedule departure times range from 13:05 to 22:45.
How long is the ferry from Patmos to Tilos?
The fastest crossing from Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) takes 3h 10m and the slowest 6h 30m. On this route conventional ferries take 5h 50m to 6h 30m and high-speed vessels take 3h 10m to 3h 20m.
How much does the Patmos to Tilos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) ferry start from €18.50 on a conventional ferry and from €42.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Patmos to Tilos route?
The Patmos (Skala) to Tilos (Livadia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Patmos to Tilos ferry
- Shaded spots on the upper deck are limited; the best ones – under funnels or superstructure overhangs – are claimed within minutes of departure.
- Booking a summer return to Athens a week or two before departure gives you flexibility while still securing a ticket before the final-week rush.
- On multi-stop routes, confirm you are disembarking at the correct island; announcements are made but it is easy to mistake one island for the next.
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