Ferry from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos)
3h 45m to 4h 05m · from €10.00 · 1 operator
Chios to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 3 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 08:50 and the latest is 11:05. The crossing takes between 3h 45m and 4h 05m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €10.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 1 November 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.50 | 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 1 November 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chios to Karlovassi Route Map
Chios to Karlovassi on Samos is one of the shorter legs of the Blue Star Ferries North Aegean line, about two and a half hours on the Diagoras. It runs south across open water with no intermediate stops, which keeps it brisk by the standards of this route. The ship is a conventional car ferry, so vehicles travel too.
Karlovassi is the second town and port of Samos, on the north coast west of the capital, Vathy. It has more of a working, slightly industrial character than Pythagorio or Vathy, along with a university presence, and splits into an older and newer half. Most travellers use it as a gateway to the western end of the island and the beaches on that side.
Sailings are roughly weekly on this particular pairing, so check the timetable and fares below before fixing plans. Karlovassi also has its own connections onward to Ikaria, Fourni and the Dodecanese, and buses run across Samos to Vathy and Pythagorio.
Chios to Karlovassi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.50 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 | €10.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Chios 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 | 08:50 | 12:55 | 4h 05m | 2026-09-17 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 11:05 | 14:50 | 3h 45m | 2026-09-20 to 2026-11-01 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Chios?
Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chios to Karlovassi between 13 September 2026 and 26 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-09-17 | 08:50 | 12:55 | 4h 05m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-20 | 11:05 | 14:50 | 3h 45m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-24 | 08:50 | 12:55 | 4h 05m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Karlovassi?
Ferries from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 3 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 1 November 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chios to Karlovassi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 17 September 2026, at 08:50. Departures fall on Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Chios to Karlovassi this week?
1 sailing from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Thursdays.
What time is the first ferry from Chios to Karlovassi?
Scheduled departures from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) leave at 08:50 and 11:05.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Karlovassi?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 3h 45m and the slowest 4h 05m.
How much does the Chios to Karlovassi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) ferry start from €10.50 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 Chios to Karlovassi route?
The Chios to Karlovassi (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chios to Karlovassi ferry
- The Beaufort scale is used on all official Greek weather and maritime forecasts; it is worth familiarising yourself with what each force number means in practice.
- A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
- If your sailing is cancelled, do not simply wait at the port indefinitely – go to the operator's office, confirm the next available sailing, and plan your overnight if needed.
- Washing clothes at island laundries (found on almost every inhabited island) means you can travel with less; a 3–4 day supply of clothing is usually enough.
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