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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Samos to Lesbos
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
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 1 ferries that leave Samos for Lesbos on Mon, Jan 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 19 the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jan 19 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 45 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 €18. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 95 nautical miles (177 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €159 Average price |
7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 6h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 3m Average total duration 9h 3m 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, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM Samos | 6h45 | 5:15 PM Lesbos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Samos to Lesbos
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Ferries from Samos to Lesbos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. 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 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 95 nautical miles (177 km) distance in 5h 30m. 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 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Samos to Lesbos start from as low as $22 (€18) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $22 (€18) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Samos to Lesbos with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 30m but the average duration is 6h 19m
Train Operators
- Travel from Samos to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Samos (Vathy) and arrive in Mytilene
- First train typically departs at 12:30 AM and the last at 08:30 PM
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.
Blue Star Ferries
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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Samos (Vathy), which is located around 21.3 miles (34.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Mytilene, located 27.3 miles (44 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Samos to Lesbos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office- 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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