Ferry from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos)
1h 20m to 3h 15m · from €7.58 · 3 operators
Arki to Pythagorio at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 10:05 and the latest is 15:00. The crossing takes between 1h 20m and 3h 15m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €7.58 on a conventional ferry and from €15.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 September 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.58 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €15.00 | Book now |
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 30 September 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Arki to Pythagorio through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in June (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 20 | 15 of 31 | most days |
| November 2025 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 23 | 17 of 31 | most days |
| February 2026 | 19 | 14 of 28 | most days |
| March 2026 | 33 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 27 | 20 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 32 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 33 | 26 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 33 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 31 | 27 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 20 | 20 of 30 | most days |
October 2025 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
December 2025 · this month, a year ago
January 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
February 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
March 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
April 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
May 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Arki to Pythagorio Route Map
Arki to Pythagorio takes just over an hour on the Dodekanisos Pride catamaran, or up to a bit over three hours on the Saonisos of SAOS Ferries, which is a conventional ferry on a longer routing. It is a northbound hop from the small Dodecanese islands up to Samos, and the crossing is short by Aegean standards. Arki is a brief call, so be at the quay early.
Pythagorio is a small, low-key harbour town on the south coast of Samos, named for the island's most famous son. The harbour is a mix of fishing boats and yachts with Logothetis Castle looking down on it, and it is more relaxed than the main port at Vathy. The ancient Heraion and the UNESCO-listed Eupalinos tunnel are both close by.
Between the two operators there is a sailing most days in season, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €7.58. Note that ferry options from Pythagorio are more limited than from Vathy, so for onward mainline connections you may need to cross the island.
Arki to Pythagorio Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.58 on a conventional ferry and from €15.00 on a high-speed vessel. 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 | €7.58 | SAOS Ferries | Saonisos |
| High-speed vessel | €15.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Arki to Pythagorio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leros Seaways | Leros Express local boat | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | 2026-10-15 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Leros Express sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 10:15 | 13:30 | 3h 15m | €7.58 | 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Saonisos sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | €7.58 | 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Saonisos sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 14:55 | 16:05 | 1h 10m | €15.00 | 2027-09-30 to 2027-09-30 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:05 | 1h 05m | €15.00 | 2027-03-02 to 2027-04-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:05 | 1h 05m | €15.00 | 2027-04-17 to 2027-05-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | €15.00 | 2026-10-24 to 2027-09-25 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 16:45 | 18:00 | 1h 15m | €15.00 | 2027-04-15 to 2027-09-23 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Pythagorio?
Yes, several agencies have offices right in Pythagorio, and more are based just 3km away at Samos airport on the same south coast, about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. A car is worth having to reach the north coast and inland villages, since bus coverage on Samos is limited outside the main towns. Compare local prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Arki to Pythagorio between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-24 | 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-26 | 10:15 | 13:30 | 3h 15m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio?
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 September 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Arki to Pythagorio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) today. Departure time: 15:00.
How many ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio this week?
6 sailings from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
Scheduled departures from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) leave at 10:05, 10:15 and 15:00.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
The fastest crossing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) takes 1h 20m and the slowest 3h 15m. On this route conventional ferries take 2h 20m to 3h 15m, high-speed vessels take 1h 20m and local boats take 1h 50m.
How much does the Arki to Pythagorio ferry cost?
Published fares for the Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) ferry start from €7.58 on a conventional ferry and from €15.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Arki to Pythagorio route?
The Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries, high-speed vessels and local boats.
Tips for the Arki to Pythagorio ferry
- For larger vessels and busy routes, aim to arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow time for vehicle loading queues.
- The cost of short inter-island ferry tickets in the Cyclades is generally very affordable; island-hopping by short hop is one of the cheapest ways to travel in Greece.
- On busy summer short hops, the return sailing can fill up – book your return ticket at the same time as your outward ticket to guarantee a place.
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