The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chios to Samos
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
3 h 25 m
Ferries on 08 Oct
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chios to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chios to Samos will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 2 ferries from Chios to Samos, including 2 direct services.
On Thu 08 Oct the direct ferries cover the 93 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 h 5 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.
BLUE STAR MYCONOS8:504h05Chios12:55Karlovassi£91One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS8:502h45Chios11:35Samos (Vathy)£111One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS8:502h45Chios11:35Samos (Vathy)£111One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS8:504h05Chios12:55Karlovassi£91One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chios to Samos
Ferries from Chios to Samos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. 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 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest ferry covers the 50 nautical miles (93 km) distance in 2h 25m. Ferries from Chios to Samos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 50 nautical miles (93 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 2h 25m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Chios to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:50 | Arrival Time 12:55 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:35 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:15 | Arrival Time 00:00 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:05 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:40 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 3h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:50 | Arrival Time 09:55 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:35 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Chios to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chios to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 8:50 Chios | 4h05 | 12:55 Karlovassi | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 8:50 Chios | 2h45 | 11:35 Samos (Vathy) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Chios to Samos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chios 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 Chios and Samos
Most Chios to Samos ferries use the Chios to Samos (Vathy) port pair, with some services arriving at Karlovasi. Use this guide to compare Chios and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Samos port do ferries from Chios arrive at?
Getting to Samos (Vathy) from Samos city centre
Samos (Vathy) is 14 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:
Samos (Vathy) port facilities and services
Samos (Vathy) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km), Taverna Garden (0.5km), Pizza di Napoli (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Samos (Vathy).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Samos (Vathy): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Samos (Vathy).
Getting to Karlovasi from Samos city centre
Karlovasi is 1 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlovasi port facilities and services
Karlovasi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km), Ouzeri tou Nikou (0.5km), Taverna Akrogiali (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Karlovasi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Karlovasi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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