Ferry from Chios to Kavala
13h 30m to 13h 50m · from €30.00 · 1 operator
Chios to Kavala at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Kavala are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 02:30 and the latest is 22:45. The crossing takes between 13h 30m and 13h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €32.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €32.50 | 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.
Chios to Kavala Route Map
Chios to Kavala is one of the long haul legs of the North Aegean line, run by Blue Star Ferries with the Diagoras. The crossing takes around thirteen and a half hours, so it is usually an overnight or full day at sea rather than a hop, and the ship works its way north past Lesvos and Lemnos on the way. It is a conventional car ferry, with cabins, aircraft style seating, a self service restaurant and plenty of deck space to sit out.
Kavala is a proper mainland port city on the Aegean coast of northern Greece, built up a slope above its harbour. The old town, Panagia, sits on the headland above the waterfront with Ottoman era houses and the castle at the top, and the Kamares aqueduct cuts across the modern town below. It is a regional hub with its own airport, and the usual base for Thassos and for the archaeological site at Philippi inland.
Sailings run roughly a couple of times a week, so this is a route to plan around rather than turn up for. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. From Kavala you can pick up the short crossings to Thassos, either from the city quay or from Keramoti along the coast, and road connections west to Thessaloniki.
Chios to Kavala Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €32.50 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 | €32.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Chios to Kavala 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 | Diagoras conventional | 02:30 | 16:20 | 13h 50m | €32.50 | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-08 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 03:20 | 16:50 | 13h 30m | €32.50 | now to 2026-08-27 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 04:20 | 17:50 | 13h 30m | €32.50 | now to 2026-08-25 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 06:35 | 18:00 | 11h 25m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 22:45 | 12:35 | 13h 50m | €32.50 | 2026-09-02 to 2026-09-09 | Book the Diagoras 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 Kavala between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Kavala?
Ferries from Chios to Kavala are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 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 Chios to Kavala today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chios to Kavala today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 04:20. Departures fall on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
How many ferries run from Chios to Kavala this week?
2 sailings from Chios to Kavala are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Tuesdays.
What time is the first ferry from Chios to Kavala?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Chios to Kavala usually leaves at 04:20. Across the published schedule departure times range from 02:30 to 22:45.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Kavala?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Kavala takes 13h 30m and the slowest 13h 50m.
How much does the Chios to Kavala ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Kavala ferry start from €32.50 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 Kavala route?
The Chios to Kavala route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chios to Kavala ferry
- Overhead racks inside the ferry fill quickly; placing your bag early and then exploring the vessel is more practical than searching for storage after the fact.
- A rough sea crossing in a large conventional ferry is inconvenient but very rarely dangerous; Greek ferry operators have strict safety protocols and experienced crews.
- Pack a light layer (cardigan, fleece, or windbreaker) even in summer; the wind and spray on open deck can feel cold on a long crossing.
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