The cheapest and fastest ferries from Samos to Lesbos
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Samos to Lesbos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Samos to Lesbos will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Samos for Lesbos on Fri, Mar 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest ferries will take 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Samos to Lesbos
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Samos to Lesbos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 95 nautical miles (177 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $226 Average price |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 16h 4m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Samos to Lesbos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Samos to Lesbos ferries for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 AM Samos | 5h30 | 2:00 PM Lesbos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Samos | 5h30 | 7:00 AM Lesbos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Samos to Lesbos
Ferries from Samos to Lesbos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest ferry covers the 95 nautical miles (177 km) distance in 5h 10m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Samos to Lesbos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 95 nautical miles (177 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 5h 10m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 20:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Samos to LesbosYou can travel by ferry between Samos to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Samos to Lesbos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Samos to Lesbos 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 Lesbos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Samos to Lesbos
- 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
- 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
- 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Kalnterimi (0.3km)
- To Kastro (0.5km)
- Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lesvos Taxi and Mytilene Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Mytilene Port
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