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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Samos to Athens
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Samos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Samos to Athens will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £67.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Samos for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 17 Jul the direct ferries cover the 287 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h 30 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 MYCONOS16:458h30Karlovassi1:15Port of Piraeus£671One-way0 changes
- BLUE STAR MYCONOS16:458h30Karlovassi1:15Port of Piraeus£671One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Samos to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Samos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 154 nautical miles (287 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£66 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Samos to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:35 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:25 | Arrival Time 14:20 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 01:05 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:10 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 01:15 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Live departures
Samos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Samos to Athens ferries for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 16:45 Karlovassi | 8h30 | 1:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Samos to Athens by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Samos to Athens ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Samos to Athens.
- 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 ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Samos to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Samos to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Samos to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Samos to Athens
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Ferries from Samos to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 154 nautical miles (287 km) distance in 9h 15m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Samos to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 154 nautical miles (287 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 9h 15m |
First ferry 0:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries from Samos to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Samos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Samos to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Samos to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Samos and Athens
Most Samos to Athens ferries use the Karlovasi to Port of Piraeus port pair. Use this guide to compare Samos and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries from Samos arrive at?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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