Rafina to Samos ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rafina to Samos

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Oct

Cheapest price on 23 Oct

£67

Average ticket price on 23 Oct

£67

Fastest journey on 23 Oct

9 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 23 Oct

10 h 5 m

Ferries on 23 Oct

2

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rafina to Samos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rafina to Samos will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £67.

Fast ferries

On Fri 23 Oct, we found 2 ferries from Rafina to Samos, including 2 direct services.

On Fri 23 Oct the direct ferries cover the 249 km distance in an average of 10 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 30 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.

  • Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS
    15:009h30
    Port of Piraeus
    0:30Karlovassi
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS
    15:0010h40
    Port of Piraeus
    1:40Samos (Vathy)
    £671One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Rafina to Samos

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Ferries from Rafina to Samos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 18:30. The fastest ferry covers the 134 nautical miles (249 km) distance in 8h 20m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Rafina to Samos are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Distance
134 nautical miles (249 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
8h 20m
First ferry
0:40
Last ferry
18:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Rafina to Samos trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rafina to Samos.

Cheap ferry tickets from Rafina to Samos can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Rafina to Samos is £66; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest ferry from Rafina to Samos leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Rafina to Samos leaves at 18:30.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Rafina to Samos with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.

Rafina to Samos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
12:00
Arrival Time
21:30
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
13:00
Arrival Time
22:10
Duration
9h10
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
18:00
Arrival Time
02:55
Duration
8h55
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
15:00
Arrival Time
00:30
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Fri

Live departures

Rafina to Samos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Rafina to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS15:00 Port of Piraeus
9h30
0:30 Karlovassi0 changesdirect
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS15:00 Port of Piraeus
10h40
1:40 Samos (Vathy)0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Why should you book Rafina to Samos ferries with Omio?

Blue Star Ferries operates all ferries services from Rafina to Samos.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Rafina to Samos.

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Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Rafina to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Rafina to Samos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £54. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Blue Star Ferries Duration
8h 20m
Cheapest Blue Star Ferries Price
£54
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Rafina and Samos

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Rafina to Samos with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Rafina to Samos is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Rafina to Samos is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Rafina to Samos, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Samos. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Rafina and Samos and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

FAQs: Rafina to Samos ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rafina 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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take a ferry between Rafina and Samos.

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Rafina and Samos

Most Rafina to Samos ferries use the to Karlovasi port pair, with some services arriving at Samos (Vathy). Use this guide to compare Rafina and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Rafina
Arrival ports in Samos

Which Samos port do ferries from Rafina arrive at?

Ferries from Rafina to Samos most often arrive at Karlovasi. Some services arrive at Samos (Vathy), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Samos arrival port.
KarlovasiQMWJ+22 Karlovasi, GreeceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Karlovasi from Samos city centre

Karlovasi is 1 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus1h 0m

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.

Samos (Vathy)QX4C+V5 Samos, GreeceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Samos (Vathy) from Samos city centre

Samos (Vathy) is 14 km from Samos city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus Line 1, Vathy Port Stop

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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