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 Jul 19

Cheapest price

$51

Average price

$51

Fastest journey

17 h 20 m

Average duration

17 h 38 m

Ferries per day

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 $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Samos on Sat, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct ferries cover the 465 km distance in an average of 17 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest ferries will take 17 h 55 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.

07:30PM17h20

Thessaloniki

12:50PMSamos

$511One-way

0 transfers

08:30PM17h55

Thessaloniki

02:25PMSamos

$511One-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 €67.

Distance: 250 nautical miles (464 km)

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Most popular Ferry	Flight
€41 Average price Cheapest	€149 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*
Most popular ferry company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options

Thessaloniki to Samos Ferry Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Operator Blue Star Ferries	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 12:35PM	Duration 20h35	Sailing Days Sun

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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 $51 (€41) if you book in advance.

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

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Distance

250 nautical miles (464 km)

Average sailing duration

17h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

$51 (€41)

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Fastest ferry

17h 20m

First ferry

00:55

Last ferry

22:30

Cabins

Available

Vehicles

Available

Foot passengers

Available

Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island)

For as little as $51 (€41) you can travel by ferry between Thessaloniki and Samos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

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.

Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) ferry information with Blue Star Ferries:

Average Duration: 16 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $51
Blue Star Ferries frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos

FAQs: Take the ferry to Samos easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Thessaloniki to Samos.

Cheap ferry tickets from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) can start from as little as $51 (€41) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is $51 (€41); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) ferry time is 17 h 15 min covering the 288 mile (464 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) leaves at 12: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) leaves at 10: 30 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries

Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries.

Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is possible with 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 book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.

When taking a ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island), you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Samos (Island). You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Samos (Island) from Thessaloniki and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

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.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Thessaloniki to Samos (Island) is May.

You have options as you can travel to Samos (Island) from Thessaloniki 2 different ways: ferry or 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.

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