Ferry from Kavala to Chios
13h 30m to 15h · from €32.00 · 2 operators
Kavala to Chios at a glance
Ferries from Kavala to Chios are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 06:00 and the latest is 21:00. The crossing takes between 13h 30m and 15h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €32.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €32.00 | 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.
Kavala to Chios Route Map
Kavala to Chios runs the length of the North Aegean, taking somewhere between thirteen and a half and fifteen hours depending on the routing. Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways both work it, with the Diagoras and the Nissos Samos, calling at Lemnos and Lesvos on the way south. These are conventional car ferries with cabins, and the sailing is generally overnight.
Chios is a large North Aegean island close to the Turkish coast, historically wealthy from mastic and shipping and noticeably less touristed than the Cyclades. The harbour at Chios town is overlooked by a Genoese era castle in the old quarter. Inland, the medieval mastic villages of Mesta and Pyrgi, the latter covered in geometric sgraffito facades, and the Nea Moni monastery are the main draws.
The route runs around three times a week, so it needs planning around. Current schedules and fares are listed below. From Chios there are frequent onward links to Piraeus, to the smaller islands of Oinousses and Psara, and the short international crossing to Cesme in Turkey.
Kavala to Chios Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €32.00 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 | €32.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Kavala to Chios 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 06:00 | 21:00 | 15h | now to 2026-08-30 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 19:30 | 09:00 | 13h 30m | €32.00 | now to 2026-08-28 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 20:00 | 10:00 | 14h | €32.00 | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-08 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 20:30 | 10:00 | 13h 30m | €32.00 | now to 2026-08-25 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 21:00 | 11:00 | 14h | €32.00 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-11 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 21:30 | 08:30 | 11h | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | 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 Kavala to Chios between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 20:30 | 10:00 | 13h 30m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 19:30 | 09:00 | 13h 30m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 06:00 | 21:00 | 15h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 20:00 | 10:00 | 14h | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 21:00 | 11:00 | 14h | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kavala to Chios?
Ferries from Kavala to Chios are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. 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 Kavala to Chios today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kavala to Chios today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 20:30. Departures fall on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Kavala to Chios this week?
3 sailings from Kavala to Chios are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Tuesdays and Fridays.
What time is the first ferry from Kavala to Chios?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Kavala to Chios usually leaves at 20:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 06:00 to 21:00.
How long is the ferry from Kavala to Chios?
The fastest crossing from Kavala to Chios takes 13h 30m and the slowest 15h. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 13h 30m to 14h and Hellenic Seaways 15h.
How much does the Kavala to Chios ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kavala to Chios ferry start from €32.00 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 Kavala to Chios route?
The Kavala to Chios route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kavala to Chios ferry
- Keep valuables – wallet, passport, phone – in a small day bag you carry on board; never leave them in checked luggage or in your car on the car deck.
- Some booking sites charge a service fee on top of the base fare; the total shown at checkout is what matters, not just the headline price.
- Air conditioning inside Greek ferries can be set very cold, especially in summer – keep a light layer in your day bag even in hot weather.
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