The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kavala to Samos
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
16 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 58 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kavala to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kavala to Samos will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £34.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kavala 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 Fri 10 Jul the direct ferries cover the 413 km distance in an average of 16 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 17 h 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.
DIAGORAS19:3017h35Kavala13:05Samos (Vathy)£341One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS19:3016h20Kavala11:50Karlovassi£341One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS19:3016h20Kavala11:50Karlovassi£341One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS19:3017h35Kavala13:05Samos (Vathy)£341One-way0 changes
Kavala to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 10:25 | Duration 14h55 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 08:35 | Duration 14h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Kavala to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kavala to Samos ferries for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:30 Kavala | 14h05 | 8:35 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Kavala | 14h55 | 10:25 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kavala to Samos
Ferries from Kavala to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest ferry covers the 223 nautical miles (413 km) distance in 14h 5m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Kavala to Samos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 223 nautical miles (413 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 14h 5m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Kavala to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Kavala to Samos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Kavala to Samos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kavala 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 Kavala and Samos
Most Kavala to Samos ferries use the Kavala to Samos (Vathy) port pair, with some services arriving at Karlovasi. Use this guide to compare Kavala and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Kavala port do ferries to Samos leave from?
Getting to Kavala from Kavala city centre
Kavala is 1 km from Kavala city centre. Public transport options include:
Kavala port facilities and services
Kavala has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Psaraki (0.3km), To Koutoukaki (0.5km), Sousouro (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kavala.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kavala: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kavala.
Which Samos port do ferries from Kavala 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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