Ferry from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos)
1h 30m to 2h 35m · from €5.00 · 2 operators
Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 9 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 09:30 and the latest is 17:50. The crossing takes between 1h 30m and 2h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Sea Gem Maritime Company. Published fares start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 28 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi Route Map
Ikaria to the northern Samos port of Karlovassi is covered by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Myconos and by Sea Gem Maritime Company with the smaller Megalochari. The crossing takes between about an hour and three quarters and two and a half hours depending on the vessel and any call at Fourni. Fares start around €5 on the local boat, which makes it one of the best-value links going.
Karlovassi is Samos' second port, on the north coast west of the capital Vathy, with a working-town character and a university presence rather than a resort feel. The town splits between Old and New Karlovassi, and the port handles both island and mainland services. It is a good base for the west of Samos, including the beaches and the walking country inland.
There are around four sailings a fortnight, so a couple most weeks in season. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below. Buses cross the island to Vathy and Pythagorio, both of which have their own ferry connections.
Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.50 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €7.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 00:10 | 01:45 | 1h 35m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 09:30 | 12:05 | 2h 35m | now to 2026-09-06 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 14:35 | 16:15 | 1h 40m | now to 2026-09-12 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 15:30 | 18:05 | 2h 35m | now to 2026-09-05 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 17:50 | 19:20 | 1h 30m | €7.50 | 2026-09-02 to 2026-09-09 | Book the Diagoras sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 14:35 | 16:15 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 14:35 | 16:15 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 15:30 | 18:05 | 2h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 09:30 | 12:05 | 2h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 14:35 | 16:15 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 17:50 | 19:20 | 1h 30m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 14:35 | 16:15 | 1h 40m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 15:30 | 18:05 | 2h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 09:30 | 12:05 | 2h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi?
Ferries from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 9 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 14:35. Departures fall on Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi this week?
4 sailings from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) usually leaves at 14:35. Across the published schedule departure times range from 09:30 to 17:50.
How long is the ferry from Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi?
The fastest crossing from Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 1h 30m and the slowest 2h 35m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 1h 30m to 1h 40m and Sea Gem Maritime Company 2h 35m.
How much does the Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) ferry start from €7.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi route?
The Agios Kirykos (Ikaria) to Karlovassi (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Sea Gem Maritime Company. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Agios Kirykos to Karlovassi ferry
- The sirocco (southerly warm wind from North Africa) brings haze and uncomfortable heat to Greek ports in late spring and early summer; it rarely lasts more than a day or two.
- Bring a portable power bank rated at least 10,000 mAh; charging sockets on ferries are not always reliable, and island power cuts are not unheard of.
- Four-berth cabins offer the best value if you are travelling as a family or small group; the cost divided between you is often comparable to a budget hotel room.
- Many short-hop vessels do not have toilet facilities; use facilities at the port before boarding.
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