The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lesbos to Samos
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lesbos to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lesbos to Samos will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Lesbos for Samos every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 19 Jul the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 5 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.
9:455h15Lesbos15:00Samos£161One-way0 changes
9:255h35Lesbos15:00Samos£161One-way0 changes
14:005h10Lesbos19:10Samos£171One-way0 changes
17:405h10Lesbos22:50Samos£171One-way0 changes
5:305h10Lesbos10:40Samos£171One-way0 changes
14:005h10Lesbos19:10Samos£171One-way0 changes
17:405h10Lesbos22:50Samos£171One-way0 changes
5:305h10Lesbos10:40Samos£171One-way0 changes
9:455h15Lesbos15:00Samos£161One-way0 changes
9:255h35Lesbos15:00Samos£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Lesbos to Samos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lesbos to Samos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 95 nautical miles (177 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration 10h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Lesbos to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:05 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:10 | Arrival Time 08:35 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:10 | Arrival Time 09:35 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:50 | Arrival Time 18:05 | Duration 5h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival Time 10:25 | Duration 5h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:40 | Arrival Time 04:50 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 5h15 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:40 | Arrival Time 22:50 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Lesbos to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lesbos to Samos ferries for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:05 Lesbos | 5h10 | 22:15 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:40 Lesbos | 5h10 | 4:50 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
![]() | 5:30 Lesbos | 5h10 | 10:40 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Lesbos | 5h35 | 15:00 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Lesbos | 5h15 | 15:00 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Lesbos | 5h10 | 19:10 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- 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 flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lesbos to Samos.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Lesbos to Samos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lesbos to Samos
Ferries from Lesbos to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 22:55. The fastest ferry covers the 95 nautical miles (177 km) distance in 5h 10m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Lesbos to Samos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 95 nautical miles (177 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 5h 10m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 22:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Lesbos to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Lesbos to Samos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Lesbos to Samos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lesbos 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 Lesbos and Samos
Most Lesbos to Samos ferries use the Mytilene to Samos (Vathy) port pair, with some services arriving at Karlovasi. Use this guide to compare Lesbos and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Lesbos port do ferries to Samos leave from?
Getting to Mytilene from Lesbos city centre
Mytilene port facilities and services
Mytilene has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kalnterimi (0.3km), To Kastro (0.5km), Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mytilene.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mytilene: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Which Samos port do ferries from Lesbos 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.
