Ferry from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala
16h 20m to 16h 50m · from €37.00 · 1 operator
Karlovassi to Kavala at a glance
Ferries from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. The earliest departure in that window is 00:30 and the latest is 19:45. The crossing takes between 16h 20m and 16h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €39.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €39.00 | 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 28 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Karlovassi to Kavala Route Map
Karlovassi to Kavala is the full length of Blue Star Ferries' eastern Aegean line, sailed by the Diagoras. It runs to something over sixteen hours, calling at Chios, Lesvos and Limnos on the way north, so it is an overnight passage rather than a day crossing. A cabin or at least a reclining seat is worth thinking about for a trip of this length.
Kavala is a mainland port city in Eastern Macedonia, built up a hillside above its harbour. The old Panagia quarter, the castle and the Kamares aqueduct sit within walking distance of the waterfront, and the Roman site at Philippi is a short drive inland. It is also the usual jumping-off point for Thassos, and it has its own airport for onward travel.
The service runs only a couple of times a fortnight, so it is a scheduled event rather than a casual option. Current sailing days, durations and fares are listed in the table below. Fares for the full run start around €37 for a deck ticket, with cabins costing more.
Karlovassi to Kavala Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €39.00 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 | €39.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Karlovassi 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 | 00:30 | 16:50 | 16h 20m | €39.00 | now to 2026-08-27 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 02:10 | 18:00 | 15h 50m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 19:45 | 12:35 | 16h 50m | €39.00 | 2026-09-02 to 2026-09-09 | Book the Diagoras sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Karlovassi to Kavala between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Karlovassi to Kavala?
Ferries from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on 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 Karlovassi to Kavala today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 00:30. Departures fall on Wednesday and Thursday.
How many ferries run from Karlovassi to Kavala this week?
1 sailing from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Karlovassi to Kavala?
Scheduled departures from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala leave at 00:30 and 19:45.
How long is the ferry from Karlovassi to Kavala?
The fastest crossing from Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala takes 16h 20m and the slowest 16h 50m.
How much does the Karlovassi to Kavala ferry cost?
Published fares for the Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala ferry start from €39.00 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 Karlovassi to Kavala route?
The Karlovassi (Samos) to Kavala route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Karlovassi to Kavala ferry
- Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
- The pet area on most ferries is outside, on the lower vehicle deck, which can be hot in summer – check the weather before booking a pet on a summer sailing.
- Two-berth cabins with a porthole cost more but are worth the premium for overnight crossings – a few hours of genuine sleep transforms how you arrive.
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