Ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos

Tilos to Kos takes anywhere from an hour and a half on the Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans to a little over three hours on the conventional ships. Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries all work the route with the Blue Star Patmos, the Dodekanisos Express, the Dodekanisos Pride and the Saonisos. The boat leaves Livadia and runs north, usually calling at Nisyros on the way.

Kos is a large, busy island close to the Turkish coast near Bodrum, with beach resorts, nightlife and family tourism alongside a serious archaeological record. Ferries dock in Kos Town right beside the medieval Castle of the Knights, which is the first thing you see from the water. The island is flat enough to cycle, and the Asklepieion, the ancient healing sanctuary, is a short ride inland.

This is one of the busier routes out of Tilos, running most days in high season across the operators. Current departures and fares are listed in the timetable below, with fares starting around €8.50. Kos has an international airport and is a main Dodecanese hub, so it is the usual jumping-off point for onward travel.

Tilos to Kos Ferry Fares

Weekly Tilos to Kos 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

Can you rent a car in Kos?

Yes. The ferry port sits right in Kos Town, about 2km from the centre, a 20-25 minute walk or five-minute drive, with rental desks nearby. Buses run regularly between the main towns but thin out fast once you leave them, so a car is worth it if you want to reach the Asclepion, Mount Dikeos villages or the quieter beaches. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Tilos to Kos between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Tilos to Kos ferry

• The upper open deck in summer is exposed to full sun; apply sunscreen before boarding and reapply if you spend more than an hour on deck.
• On routes where two or more operators compete, compare prices and journey times – the price difference for vehicles can be particularly significant.
• In Kos, ancient history and beach life sit side by side – the Tree of Hippocrates in Kos Town is said to be the very spot where the father of medicine taught, while the nearby Asklepion was one of antiquity's most important healing sanctuaries. The island's long sandy beaches and flat terrain, ideal for cycling, make it one of the most accessible of the Dodecanese.

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