Ferry from Symi to Tilos

You can travel by ferry between Symi and Tilos with lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to available discounts. Ferry companies offer discounts up to 50% to certain passenger categories, such as:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Students (Greek Public University and ISIC card holders)
• People with disabilities
• Island residents (holders of Unique Islander Number)

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4 years old normally travel free of charge. However, keep in mind that available discounts may vary from one ferry operator to another

Cabins & accommodation

There are cabins available on Blue Star Ferries vessels traveling to Tilos from Symi, starting at around €32.

On Blue Star Ferries vessels, there are also airplane-type number seats, starting at around €11.

Luggage

On both Blue Star Ferries and Saos Ferries, you can carry luggage weighing up to 50 kg free of charge.

Note that Greek ferry companies are usually quite flexible regarding luggage size and weight, and that there is normally no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Pets on board

You can travel with your pet free of charge on both Blue Star Ferries and Saos Ferries vessels. Make sure to check the company’s pet policy before your trip.

Make sure to carry along all necessary pet health certificates, tickets and any supplies you may need for your trip.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Symi to Tilos:

• The port of Symi can get busy in the summer months. Make sure to reach the port at least 45 min before the trip, especially if you bring along your vehicle on the ferry.
• Tilos is a small island in the Dodecanese perfect for a quiet vacation. It is known as Greece's eco-friendly island as it has adopted sustainable energy practices. Check our complete Tilos travel guide and plan your trip with the best holiday tips.
• Tilos is also a great starting point for island hopping in the Dodecanese and the North Aegean. Indicatively, some destinations that you can reach from Tilos are Kos, Rhodes, Kalymnos, Nisyros, and Ikaria. On our Map of ferries, you can find all connections from Tilos to easily organize and visualize your ferry adventure.

Where to take the ferry from Symi to Tilos?

Ferries to Tilos depart from the port of Symi (Gialos), which is the island’s main port and is located in Ano Symi. It is easily accessible from the town center on foot, in just a few minutes.

Near the port, you can find hotels, car rentals, restaurants, grocery stores, cafés, and other visitor amenities.