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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

16 h 10 m

Average duration

16 h 45 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

465 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Samos will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Samos every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 465 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 10 m .

The slowest ferries will take 17 h 20 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
21:3017h20
Port of Thessaloniki
14:50Karlovassi
£421One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS
21:3016h10
Port of Thessaloniki
13:40Samos (Vathy)
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Thessaloniki to Samos

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Samos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £54.

Distance: 251 nautical miles (465 km)

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Flight

£38

Average Price

Cheapest

£144

Average Price

18h 54m

Average total duration

17h 54m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Blue Star Ferries

Most popular ferry company

Olympic Air

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Thessaloniki to Samos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
21:30
Arrival Time
14:50
Duration
17h20
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Thessaloniki to Samos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Samos ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 08:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries13:00 Thessaloniki
20h35
09:35 Samos0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferries16:00 Thessaloniki
21h15
13:15 Samos0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos

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Ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:55, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 251 nautical miles (465 km) distance in 17h 20m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Thessaloniki 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.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
251 nautical miles (465 km)
Average sailing duration
17h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
17h 20m
First ferry
00:55
Last ferry
22:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Thessaloniki to SamosYou can travel by ferry between Thessaloniki to Samos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £38. 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 Duration
20h 35m
Cheapest Price
£38
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 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

FAQs: Thessaloniki to Samos ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki 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
Cheap ferry tickets from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) ferry travel time is 17 h 15 min   for the 288 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) leaves at 22: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) 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.
For the journey from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) you can take a ferry with Blue Star Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services to Samos (Island) from Thessaloniki on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Thessaloniki, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Samos (Vathy), located 21.3 miles (34.3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) by ferry is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Thessaloniki and Samos (Island) including taking a ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Thessaloniki and Samos

Thessaloniki
Samos
The major port for departures in Thessaloniki is Port of Thessaloniki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Thessaloniki for your trip from Thessaloniki to Samos.
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Egnatia Odos, Exit 16
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
  • Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
  • Full tou Meze (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Thessaloniki
  • Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH

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