The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rafina to Samos
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
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.
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 MYCONOS15:009h30Port of Piraeus0:30Karlovassi£671One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS15:0010h40Port of Piraeus1:40Samos (Vathy)£671One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS15:009h30Port of Piraeus0:30Karlovassi£671One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS15:0010h40Port of Piraeus1:40Samos (Vathy)£671One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rafina to Samos
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.

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 |
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.
Rafina to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing 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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 0:30 Karlovassi | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 10h40 | 1:40 Samos (Vathy) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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
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.
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.

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.
Which Samos port do ferries from Rafina 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).
