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Archaeological Museum of Tilos
Small municipal museum presenting finds from Tilos, including local history and material linked to the island’s past settlements.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Halki to Tilos (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halki to Tilos (Island) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £17.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 2 ferries from Halki to Tilos (Island), including 2 direct services.
On Tue 03 Nov the direct ferries cover the 28 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Ferries from Halki to Tilos (Island) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:15, the last at 16:20. The fastest ferry covers the 15 nautical miles (28 km) distance in 35m. Ferries from Halki to Tilos (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 15 nautical miles (28 km) |
Average sailing duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 35m |
First ferry 9:15 |
Last ferry 16:20 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Halki to Tilos (Island).
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival time 08:35 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Dodekanisos Seaways | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival time 07:35 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Halki to Tilos (Island) ferries for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 Halki | 0h35 | 7:35 Tilos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Halki | 0h35 | 8:35 Tilos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Small municipal museum presenting finds from Tilos, including local history and material linked to the island’s past settlements.
Exhibition space in Megalo Chorio focused on the island’s notable dwarf elephant discoveries from Charkadio Cave.
Small local folklore display with household objects and items that illustrate everyday life on Tilos in earlier times.
Partly abandoned stone village with lanes, ruins and evening atmosphere, popular for walks and photography.
Main harbour village and promenade, ideal for an easy stroll, sea views, shops and access to ferries and beaches.
Traditional inland village with narrow streets, old houses and access to nearby castle and museum sites.
Goat cooked slowly with local herbs, a staple on small Dodecanese islands where goat rearing has long been central to everyday food.
Small fried fish, often from local catches, served simply with lemon. It reflects the island’s close link to the sea and taverna cooking.
Octopus grilled or braised in wine and olive oil, common across the Dodecanese and especially popular in waterfront tavernas on Tilos.
Traditional taverna in Megalo Chorio known for Greek home-style cooking, grilled meats and a relaxed village atmosphere.
Harbour-side restaurant in Livadia serving fresh fish, seafood and classic Greek dishes in a casual seaside setting.
Casual grill and taverna in Livadia popular for souvlaki, grilled meats and straightforward Greek comfort food.
Moderate for a Greek island: rooms rise in summer, tavernas are fairly priced, and local buses are limited but inexpensive.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. For cafés, round up small change. For taxis, round up the fare.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halki to Tilos (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tilos (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Halki to Tilos (Island) ferries use the Chalki to Tilos port pair. Use this guide to compare Halki and Tilos (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Chalki is 4 km from Halki city centre. Public transport options include:
Chalki has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Valantis Restaurant (0.3km), Ftenagia Restaurant (0.7km), Black Sea Restaurant (0.9km)
Available at Chalki: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chalki.
Tilos is 1 km from Tilos city centre. Public transport options include:
Tilos has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Car Rental.
Food options include: Omonoia Cafe (0.2km), Blue Sky Restaurant (0.3km), Gorgona Restaurant (0.5km)
Available at Tilos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tilos: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilos.
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