Ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos
1h 30m to 3h 10m · from €8.00 · 3 operators
Tilos to Kos at a glance
Ferries from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:55 and the latest is 19:40. The crossing takes between 1h 30m and 3h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €9.20 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 22 July 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €9.20 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €22.00 | 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.
Tilos to Kos Route Map
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. 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
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €9.20 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 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 | €9.20 | SAOS Ferries | Stavros |
| High-speed vessel | €22.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
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.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 09:55 | 11:25 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2027-07-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 09:55 | 11:25 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-10-27 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 10:35 | 12:05 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-11-10 to 2027-03-30 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 10:40 | 12:10 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-10-13 to 2026-11-03 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 10:40 | 12:10 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-10-15 to 2027-05-06 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 10:40 | 12:10 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-05 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 10:40 | 12:10 | 1h 30m | €22.00 | 2027-04-06 to 2027-05-04 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 11:55 | 13:30 | 1h 35m | €22.00 | now to 2026-10-07 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Stavros conventional | 12:10 | 15:10 | 3h | €9.20 | now to 2026-09-14 | Book the Stavros sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 12:10 | 15:20 | 3h 10m | now to 2026-09-10 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:00 | 21:15 | 2h 15m | €11.00 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:20 | 21:50 | 2h 30m | €11.00 | 2026-09-07 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:30 | 21:50 | 2h 20m | €11.00 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 19:40 | 22:10 | 2h 30m | €11.00 | 2026-08-21 to 2026-08-28 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 21:30 | 23:59 | 2h 29m | €11.00 | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing |
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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 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 12:10 | 15:10 | 3h | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 19:30 | 21:50 | 2h 20m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 11:55 | 13:30 | 1h 35m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 09:55 | 11:25 | 1h 30m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 12:10 | 15:20 | 3h 10m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 19:40 | 22:10 | 2h 30m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 12:10 | 15:10 | 3h | Stavros | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 19:30 | 21:50 | 2h 20m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 11:55 | 13:30 | 1h 35m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 09:55 | 11:25 | 1h 30m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 12:10 | 15:20 | 3h 10m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 19:00 | 21:15 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Tilos to Kos?
Ferries from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Tilos to Kos today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos today. Departure times: 12:10 and 19:30.
How many ferries run from Tilos to Kos this week?
6 sailings from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Mondays and Thursdays.
What time is the first ferry from Tilos to Kos?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos usually leaves at 12:10. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:55 to 19:40.
How long is the ferry from Tilos to Kos?
The fastest crossing from Tilos (Livadia) to Kos takes 1h 30m and the slowest 3h 10m. On this route conventional ferries take 2h 15m to 3h 10m and high-speed vessels take 1h 30m to 1h 35m.
How much does the Tilos to Kos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Tilos (Livadia) to Kos ferry start from €9.20 on a conventional ferry and from €22.00 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 Tilos to Kos route?
The Tilos (Livadia) to Kos route is served by Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Tilos to Kos ferry
- The ferry approach into a Greek island harbour is often the most beautiful part of the journey – get onto the bow deck 15–20 minutes before arrival.
- When travelling with a motorcycle, book and pay for the vehicle space at the same time as your passenger ticket – vehicle spaces can sell out separately.
- 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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