Ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia)
3h 20m to 4h 45m · from €11.00 · 2 operators
Tilos to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 12:10 and the latest is 19:40. The crossing takes between 3h 20m and 4h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €11.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Thursday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €11.50 | Book now |
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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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Tilos to Kalymnos Route Map
Tilos to Kalymnos takes between roughly three and a half and four and three quarter hours, worked by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Patmos and by SAOS Ferries on the Saonisos and the Stavros. These are conventional ferries rather than fast craft, so there is deck space and room to move. The route runs north-west through the Dodecanese, usually calling at Nisyros or Kos on the way.
Ferries dock at Pothia, the capital of Kalymnos on the south coast, a busy working harbour with sponge shops and workshops close to the quay. The island built its living on sponge diving and still wears that history openly, and it is rugged and noticeably less touristed than Kos next door. In recent years Kalymnos has become a serious international rock-climbing destination, with the cliffs above Massouri busy through spring and autumn.
Sailings run three or four times a week across the operators, so there is a reasonable spread of options in season. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €11. Kalymnos has frequent short crossings to Kos, which has the nearest airport and the widest choice of onward ferries.
Tilos to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €11.50 on a conventional ferry. 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 | €11.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Tilos to Kalymnos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 12:10 | 16:40 | 4h 30m | now to 2026-09-10 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Stavros conventional | 12:10 | 16:55 | 4h 45m | now to 2026-09-14 | Book the Stavros sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:00 | 22:20 | 3h 20m | €11.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:20 | 23:10 | 3h 50m | €11.50 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:30 | 23:10 | 3h 40m | €11.50 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:40 | 23:25 | 3h 45m | €11.50 | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 21:30 | 01:10 | 3h 40m | €11.50 | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Tilos to Kalymnos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 12:10 | 16:55 | 4h 45m | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 19:30 | 23:10 | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 12:10 | 16:40 | 4h 30m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 19:40 | 23:25 | 3h 45m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 12:10 | 16:55 | 4h 45m | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 19:30 | 23:10 | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 12:10 | 16:40 | 4h 30m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 19:00 | 22:20 | 3h 20m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Tilos to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Thursday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Tilos to Kalymnos today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. Departure times: 12:10 and 19:30.
How many ferries run from Tilos to Kalymnos this week?
4 sailings from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Mondays.
What time is the first ferry from Tilos to Kalymnos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) usually leaves at 12:10. Across the published schedule departure times range from 12:10 to 19:40.
How long is the ferry from Tilos to Kalymnos?
The fastest crossing from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 3h 20m and the slowest 4h 45m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 3h 20m to 3h 45m and SAOS Ferries 4h 30m to 4h 45m.
How much does the Tilos to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €11.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Tilos to Kalymnos route?
The Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Tilos to Kalymnos ferry
- Fresh air almost always helps with sea sickness – going outside on deck and looking at the horizon is more effective than staying in an enclosed saloon.
- If you are travelling with young children, bring their identity documents; crew are required to check ID for all passengers regardless of age.
- The pet area on most ferries is outside, on the lower vehicle deck, which can be hot in summer – check the weather before booking a pet on a summer sailing.
- In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.
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