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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Samos
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Samos will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £64.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Samos every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 03 Mar the direct ferries cover the 273 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Samos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Samos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £61, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (273 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£73 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Athens to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 01:45 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Athens to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Samos ferries for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 Athens | 10h40 | 23:40 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:00 Athens | 10h40 | 07:40 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Samos by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Athens to Samos ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Samos.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Samos.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Samos.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Samos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Samos
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Ferries from Athens to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 147 nautical miles (273 km) distance in 10h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Samos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 147 nautical miles (273 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 10h 15m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets from Athens to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Samos with Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Samos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Samos 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 Samos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Samos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km)
- Ouzeri tou Nikou (0.5km)
- Taverna Akrogiali (0.7km)
- Main companies are Samos Taxi and Radio Taxi Samos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karlovasi Port Stop
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km)
- Taverna Garden (0.5km)
- Pizza di Napoli (0.7km)
- Main companies are Samos Taxi and Radio Taxi Samos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Vathy Port Stop
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