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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
18 h 35 m
Average duration
18 h 35 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
465 km
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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Thessaloniki 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 Thu 23 Jul the direct ferries cover the 465 km distance in an average of 18 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 18 h 35 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.
1:0018h35Thessaloniki19:35Samos£411One-way0 changes
- 1:0018h35Thessaloniki19:35Samos£411One-way0 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 £41. 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 £41, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 251 nautical miles (465 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price |
18h 47m Average total duration 17h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Thessaloniki to Samos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 18h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 12:50 | Duration 17h20 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 18h45 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 20h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:55 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 18h35 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 17h20 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 Thessaloniki | 18h35 | 19:35 Samos | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 251 nautical miles (465 km) distance in 16h 20m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 251 nautical miles (465 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 16h 20m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Thessaloniki and Samos
Most Thessaloniki to Samos ferries use the Port of Thessaloniki to Samos (Vathy) port pair, with some services arriving at Karlovasi. Use this guide to compare Thessaloniki and Samos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Thessaloniki port do ferries to Samos leave from?
Getting to Port of Thessaloniki from Thessaloniki city centre
Port of Thessaloniki is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Thessaloniki port facilities and services
Port of Thessaloniki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kitchen Bar (0.3km), Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km), Full tou Meze (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the passenger terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Thessaloniki.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Which Samos port do ferries from Thessaloniki arrive at?
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).
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.
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