Ferry from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos)
1h 50m to 2h 20m · from €7.58 · 2 operators
Arki to Pythagorio at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. The earliest departure in that window is 10:05 and the latest is 10:15. The crossing takes between 1h 50m and 2h 20m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €7.58 on a conventional ferry and from €15.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. The sailing days are not the same from one week to the next during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 1 December 2026; the rest of the winter timetable is not out yet, and sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.58 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €15.00 | Book now |
| Economy Lounge / Deck | €7.58 | 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 1 December 2026. The rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet, so nothing is listed from 2 December 2026 to 1 March 2027. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 30 September 2027.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2026 | 31 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
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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)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 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 two 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 dock 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.
Weekly Arki to Pythagorio Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published from 13 November 2026 to 1 December 2026, where the published timetable ends: the days it sails and its departure times from Arki.
Leros Seaways
Book Leros Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 10:05 |
Different on these dates:
- Sat 14 November: 10:05 only.
Timetable published to 1 December 2026.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 10:15 |
Timetable published to 22 November 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 30 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 10 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:05, latest 10:15. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. Conventional ferries: SAOS Ferries. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- December 2026: sails on 1 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 10:05. Fastest crossing 1h 50m. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 15:00. Fastest crossing 1h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 15:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 15:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 15:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 15m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 10 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 15:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 15m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 15:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 15m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 9 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:55, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 1h 10m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
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 sailing again from 2 March 2027. 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, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €15.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
SAOS Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €7.58 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Sun 15 November | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 18 November | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 20 November | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 25 November | 10:05 | 11:55 | 1h 50m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio?
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. In that fortnight the sailing days are not the same from one week to the next. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 1 December 2026, and the rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 30 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Arki to Pythagorio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) today. Departure time: 10:15.
How many ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio this week?
6 sailings from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
The first ferry from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) leaves at 10:05 and the last at 10:15.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
The fastest crossing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) takes 1h 50m and the slowest 2h 20m. On this route conventional ferries take 2h 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 sailing again from 2 March 2027. 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 Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. In the next 14 days crossings run on conventional ferries and local boats; high-speed sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
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.
- A Force 6 wind produces wave heights of 2–3 metres; even passengers who do not normally feel seasick may be affected in these conditions.
- Short-hop ferry schedules in the Cyclades are designed to connect with the larger line vessels; look for timed connections when planning your itinerary.
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