Thessaloniki to Samos ferry with Blue Star Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos

Showing times and prices for Feb 17

Cheapest price

€41

Average price

€41

Fastest journey

17 h 5 m

Average duration

17 h 5 m

Ferries per day

1

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Samos will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Samos on Tue, Feb 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Feb 17 the direct ferries cover the 465 km distance in an average of 17 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 5 m .

On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest ferries will take 17 h 5 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 Ferries
11:15AM17h05
Thessaloniki
04:20AMSamos
411One-way
0 transfers

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 €35.

Distance: 251 nautical miles (465 km)

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Flight

€43

Average price

Cheapest

€133

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

Most popular airline

Direct Options

Direct Options

Thessaloniki to Samos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
09:35PM
Duration
18h35
Sailing Days
Tue

Live departures

Thessaloniki to Samos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Samos ferries for tomorrow, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 12:30 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blue_star_ferries11:15 AM Thessaloniki
17h05
4:20 AM Samos0 transfersDirect

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 €41 but you can travel from only €35 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 251 nautical miles (465 km) distance in 16h 10m. 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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €35
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Blue Star Ferries
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
16h 10m
First ferry
01:00
Last ferry
21:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €35

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 €35. 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
€42
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: 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Thessaloniki to Samos can start from as little as €41 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Thessaloniki to Samos is €43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos is 16h 10m to travel the 465 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos leaves at 9:30 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct ferries a day from Thessaloniki to Samos with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Thessaloniki to Samos with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Thessaloniki to Samos is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Thessaloniki to Samos 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.
When taking a ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Samos. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Thessaloniki and Samos and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Samos from Thessaloniki is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 16h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Thessaloniki and Samos including taking a ferry and flight.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Thessaloniki to 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.
Port of ThessalonikiWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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 transit options for Port of Thessaloniki
  • Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH

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