Ferry from Chios to Psara
3h to 3h 45m · from €10.00 · 2 operators
Chios to Psara at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Psara are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 15:00 and the latest is 22:00. The crossing takes between 3h and 3h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Agia Marini I Shipping Co and Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €10.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €10.00 | 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 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chios to Psara Route Map
Chios to Psara crosses open water to the west of Chios and takes somewhere between three and just under four hours, depending on which ship is running. The dedicated local ferry Psara Glory covers most of the sailings, with the larger Nissos Samos calling in on the North Aegean line. Fares are modest for the distance, and the boat carries vehicles as well as foot passengers.
Psara is a small, rugged and sparsely populated island, one of the least visited in the Aegean. Its harbour town, also Psara, has a modest waterfront with a few tavernas and a monument to the island's history. Psara is remembered above all for its part in the 1824 Greek War of Independence, and the place has a stark, weathered feel rather than a resort one.
Sailings run most days across a fortnight, though the pattern is uneven and there are gaps, so check the timetable and fares in the table below before committing. Chios town is the practical base for the route, with onward connections to Piraeus, Lesvos and the mainland ports of the north.
Chios to Psara Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €10.00 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 | €10.00 | Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos |
Weekly Chios to Psara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agia Marini I Shipping Co | Psara Glory conventional | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | now to 2026-09-08 | Book the Psara Glory sailing | ||
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | €10.00 | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-11 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | €10.00 | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Nissos Samos 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 Psara between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 15:00 | 18:45 | 3h 45m | Psara Glory | Agia Marini I Shipping Co |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 22:00 | 01:00 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Psara?
Ferries from Chios to Psara are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chios to Psara today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Chios to Psara today. Departure time: 15:00.
How many ferries run from Chios to Psara this week?
6 sailings from Chios to Psara 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 Psara?
Scheduled departures from Chios to Psara leave at 15:00 and 22:00.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Psara?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Psara takes 3h and the slowest 3h 45m. Typical crossing times by operator: Hellenic Seaways 3h and Agia Marini I Shipping Co 3h 45m.
How much does the Chios to Psara ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Psara ferry start from €10.00 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 Psara route?
The Chios to Psara route is served by Agia Marini I Shipping Co and Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chios to Psara ferry
- Waterproof dry bags or zip-lock bags are useful for protecting electronics and documents from sea spray when spending time on the outdoor deck.
- Card payments are accepted at most onboard bars and cafeterias on modern ferries; older vessels may be cash-only – have some euros in your pocket.
- A neck wallet or money belt under your clothing is the most secure way to carry your passport and cards in busy ferry terminals and ports.
- The school summer holidays begin in mid-June and domestic travel volumes rise sharply; prices and demand increase from this point.
- Many island businesses (restaurants, hotels, excursion boats) close entirely from October to April; factor this in before planning an off-season island stay.
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