Ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia)
3h 40m to 4h 50m · from €11.50 · 2 operators
Tilos to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 19:10 and the latest is 21:30. The crossing takes between 3h 40m and 4h 50m, 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. The sailing days are not the same from one week to the next during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 January 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €11.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €11.50 | Book now |
| AB22 Cabin | €35.50 | 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 29 January 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Tilos to Kalymnos through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (most days).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 13 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 13 | 11 of 28 | every other day |
| March 2026 | 18 | 13 of 31 | every other day |
| April 2026 | 17 | 14 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 17 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| June 2026 | 18 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 18 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| August 2026 | 18 | 13 of 31 | every other day |
| September 2026 | 20 | 14 of 30 | most days |
| October 2026 | 19 | 18 of 30 | every other day |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
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SAOS Ferries (Stavros)
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SAOS Ferries (Stavros)
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SAOS Ferries (Stavros, Saonisosd)
April 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisosd, Stavros)
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SAOS Ferries (Saonisosd, Stavros)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Stavros, Saonisosd)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos, Stavros)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Stavros, Saonisos)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
Blue Star Ferries (Blue Star Delos, Blue Star Paros)
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
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 dock. 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 €11.50. Kalymnos has frequent short crossings to Kos, which has the nearest airport and the widest choice of onward ferries.
Weekly Tilos to Kalymnos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Tilos.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 19:20 | |
| 21:30 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 29 January 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 7 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 19:10, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries and SAOS Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 19:20, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of the 29 days to 29 January, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 19:20, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 3h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star 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 |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €35.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €44.50 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €44.50 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €46.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €46.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €47.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €47.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €47.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €47.50 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €49.50 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €58.00 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €63.00 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €74.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €11.50 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €13.50 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €13.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €13.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
SAOS Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €11.90 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Tilos to Kalymnos between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 21:30 | 01:10 next day | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 19:10 | 00:00 next day | 4h 50m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 19:20 | 23:10 | 3h 50m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 21:30 | 01:10 next day | 3h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 23 November | 19:20 | 23:10 | 3h 50m | 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 5 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight the sailing days are not the same from one week to the next. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 January 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Tilos to Kalymnos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. Departure time: 21:30.
How many ferries run from Tilos to Kalymnos this week?
3 sailings from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Monday and Friday.
What time is the first ferry from Tilos to Kalymnos?
The first ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) leaves at 19:10 and the last at 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Tilos to Kalymnos?
The fastest crossing from Tilos (Livadia) to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 3h 40m and the slowest 4h 50m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 3h 40m to 3h 50m and SAOS Ferries 4h 50m.
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. A cabin berth is published from €35.50. 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
- Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
- If you are travelling with young children, bring their identity documents; crew are required to check ID for all passengers regardless of age.
- Shaded spots on the upper deck are limited; the best ones – under funnels or superstructure overhangs – are claimed within minutes of departure.
- 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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