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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
20 h 35 m
Average duration
20 h 55 m
Ferries per day
2
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Samos will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Samos on Sun, Nov 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct ferries cover the 465 km distance in an average of 20 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 35 m .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest ferries will take 21 h 15 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.
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 €59.
Distance: 251 nautical miles (465 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €157 Average price |
18h 54m Average total duration 17h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Samos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Samos ferries for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM Thessaloniki | 20h35 | 9:35 AM Samos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Thessaloniki | 21h15 | 1:15 PM Samos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €41 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.
Distance 251 nautical miles (465 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
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 |
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: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos
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.
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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Thessaloniki to Samos
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxis
AccessibilityWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km)
- Taverna Garden (0.5km)
- Pizza di Napoli (0.7km)
- Main companies are Samos Taxi and Radio Taxi Samos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Vathy Port Stop
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Manoli (0.3km)
- Ouzeri tou Nikou (0.5km)
- Taverna Akrogiali (0.7km)
- Main companies are Samos Taxi and Radio Taxi Samos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karlovasi Port Stop
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