The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Samos
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Samos will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £75.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Piraeus for Samos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 13 Jul the direct ferries cover the 280 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.
11:0010h40Piraeus21:40Samos£751One-way0 changes
11:0010h40Piraeus21:40Samos£751One-way0 changes
Piraeus to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:01 | Arrival Time 23:40 | Duration 10h39 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 20:10 | Duration 10h10 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 02:20 | Duration 10h50 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 01:20 | Duration 11h20 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Piraeus to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Piraeus | 10h40 | 21:40 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Samos
Ferries from Piraeus to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (280 km) distance in 10h 10m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Samos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 151 nautical miles (280 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 10h 10m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Samos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £68. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Piraeus to Samos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus 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 Piraeus and Samos
Most Piraeus to Samos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Karlovasi port pair, with some services arriving at Samos (Vathy). Use this guide to compare Piraeus and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Samos port do ferries from Piraeus arrive at?
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.
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).
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