Ferry from Rhodes (Rodos) to Tilos (Livadia)

Rhodes to Tilos takes from just under two hours on the Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans to about four hours on the conventional ferries that call at Symi or Chalki on the way. Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries all serve the route, with the Blue Star Patmos, the Dodekanisos Express and Pride and the Saonisos among the vessels. Fares start around €12.

Ferries dock at Livadia, the principal village of Tilos, set on a bay with the harbour at one end and most of the island's accommodation within walking distance. Tilos is one of the least developed islands in the Dodecanese and has built a name as a walking and birdwatching destination, with marked trails inland and the Charkadio cave where fossilised dwarf elephants were found. The older village of Megalo Chorio sits up in the interior.

Around a dozen sailings a fortnight gives several options a week in season. The current timetable, journey times and fares are shown below. Tilos sits between Nisyros and Rhodes on the chain, so it slots neatly into a longer Dodecanese run.

Rhodes to Tilos Ferry Fares

Weekly Rhodes to Tilos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Is it worth hiring a car in Rhodes?

Worth it if you're staying more than a couple of days, since the island is large and its two bus companies (Roda in the west, KTEL in the east) don't make it easy to combine both coasts in a day. The port is a 10-minute walk from Rhodes Old Town, with paid parking nearby. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Rhodes to Tilos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Rhodes to Tilos ferry

• Rhodes has two separate ferry ports: large car ferries such as Blue Star Ferries use Akandia, while Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans and small boats to Symi depart from Kolona, just outside the Old Town walls – check your ticket for the correct one.
• Akandia port is roughly a 20-minute walk from the Old Town and has no shelter, seating or toilets while you wait, so it is more comfortable to wait in town and take a taxi straight to your ferry.
• Arrive at least one hour before departure to allow time to check in, since boarding for ferries from Rhodes typically closes around 20 minutes before the scheduled sailing time.
• The ship's tannoy system uses a chime before announcements; listen for the three-tone signal that precedes important information about arrivals or delays.
• The meltemi is a reliable, predictable wind – sailors and ferry operators know its pattern well. It blows hard in the afternoon but often eases overnight.

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