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Tilos Symi Ferries

There are around 1 weekly ferry sailings from Tilos to Symi (Simi). The Tilos Symi (Simi) ferry is operated by Blue Star Ferries. Tilos Symi (Simi) Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing and availability for your ferry trip.

Tilos to Symi (Simi) Ferry Times

Ferries from Tilos to Symi (Simi) typically depart from Tilos at around 04:50. The average sailing time of a Symi (Simi) Tilos ferry is approximately 1h 25m.

Tilos Symi (Simi) Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for Tilos Symi (Simi) ferries typically range between €15* and €30*. The average price is around €18*. The cheapest ferry prices from Tilos to Symi (Simi) start from €8*. The average price for a foot passenger is €18*. The average price for a car ferry is €44*.

Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days, last updated 05 July, 2023.

What is the distance between Tilos and Symi (Simi)?

The distance between Tilos to Symi (Simi) is approximately 33.5 miles (53.9km), or 29.1 nautical miles.

Is there a Tilos Symi (Simi) car ferry?

No ferry operators currently provide a car ferry between Tilos and Symi (Simi)

Are foot passengers allowed on the Tilos Symi (Simi) ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Tilos to Symi (Simi) with Blue Star Ferries.

Tilos Symi (Simi) Ferry Operator Schedules

  • Blue Star Ferries - 1 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings

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Tilos - Symi (Simi) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 1
Operators Blue Star Ferries
Average Price 26 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 1h 28m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 25m
First Ferry 04:50
Last Ferry 05:55
Distance 29 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Tilos to Symi?

    The approximate duration for ferries from Tilos to Symi is 1h 25m. Durations can vary by operator and season.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Tilos to Symi?

    There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Tilos to Symi and this is
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Tilos to Symi?

    Book Tilos to Symi tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Tilos to Symi?

    Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Tilos to Symi with
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Tilos to Symi?

    Yes, you can travel with a car from Tilos to Symi with the following operators
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Tilos to Symi?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Blue Star Ferries

Tilos Guide

The Greek island of Tilos is one of the Dodecanese group of islands in the Aegean Sea and is located halfway between the island of Kos and the island of Rhodes. The island's landscape is characterised by mountains, hills and plains where visitors can see around 400 varieties of herbs and flowers growing. The island also has a number of species of rare birds nesting there including Nightingales, Goldfinches, Bonelli's Eagle, Hawks, Herons and Bee-eaters, to name just a few. The whole island is a vast ecological park and is protected by international treaties.

The island's main town and port is Livadia where visitors will find the remains of a castle, deserted stone houses, Byzantine churches and paved streets. Although Livadia is the largest town, the island's capital is actually Megalo Chorio which is about 2 km from Livadia. A popular attraction on the island is the beautiful abandoned 15th century monastery of Agios Panteleimon which has some interesting icons. Also worth visiting is the Castle of the Knights which is where the Knight of St. John were based during the 15th century.

Ferries from the island's port depart to Piraeus, Rhodes and to other islands in the Dodecanese.


Symi Guide

The Greek island of Symi is one of the Southern Dodecanese and is located to the north of the island of Rhodes and is close to the coast of south west Turkey. The island is around 13 km in length, north to south, and about 8 km east to west and has a total land area of around 70 sq. km. The four main areas on the island are Yialos, which is where the island's main harbour is located, Chorio is the top town, Pedi Bay is the valley that is located below Chorio and Nimborios is the bay and settlement that lies to the north of Yialos. Also on the island is the small village of Marathounda and the Monastery at Panormitis.

There are a number of popular sites across the island and includes a number of old churches and monasteries with one worth visiting being the Church of Constantinos and Eleni on the southern slopes of the Vigla which has lovely gardens and terraces. Also on the island, and built by the Knights of St. John in the 14th century, is the Monastery of the Archangel Michael at Roukouniotis which was built on the site of a 5th century monastery, which itself was built on the site of a pre-Christian temple.


Tilos to Symi Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 03:05 03:40 35 minutes Tue
Blue Star Ferries 05:55 06:30 35 minutes Sat

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