The cheapest and fastest ferries from Samos to Rafina
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Samos to Rafina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Samos to Rafina will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Samos for Rafina on Wed, Dec 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct ferries cover the 249 km distance in an average of 9 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest ferries will take 10 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.




Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Samos to Rafina
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Samos to Rafina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €103.
Distance: 134 nautical miles (249 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price |
19h 27m Average total duration 18h 27m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Samos to Rafina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Samos to Rafina ferries for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:50 AM Samos | 9h50 | 5:40 PM Rafina | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 AM Samos | 10h05 | 8:10 PM Rafina | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Samos to Rafina
Ferries from Samos to Rafina run on average 2 times per day, taking around 18h 27m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 134 nautical miles (249 km) distance in 9h 50m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Samos to Rafina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 134 nautical miles (249 km) |
Average sailing duration 18h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 9h 50m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Samos to RafinaYou can travel by ferry between Samos to Rafina with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $72 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Samos to Rafina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Samos to Rafina 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 Rafina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Samos to Rafina
- 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
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