Ferry from Kavala to Chios
11h · from €32.00 · 1 operator
Kavala to Chios at a glance
Ferries from Kavala to Chios are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 21:30. The crossing takes 11h. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €32.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €32.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €32.00 | Book now |
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 24 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kavala to Chios through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 11 of those months, busiest in August (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| February 2026 | 3 | 3 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| May 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| July 2026 | 2 | 2 of 31 | less than once a week |
| August 2026 | 17 | 17 of 31 | every other day |
| September 2026 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| October 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
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 Limnos 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.
Weekly Kavala to Chios Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kavala.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 21:30 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 18 November 2026 to 24 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 2 of the 13 days from 18 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 21:30. Fastest crossing 11h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 5 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 21:30. Fastest crossing 11h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 21:30. Fastest crossing 11h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 4 of the 24 days to 24 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 21:30. Fastest crossing 11h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
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 | Blue Star Myconos |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | passenger | €32.00 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €40.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €40.50 |
| BATS1 Seat | passenger | €44.50 |
| BATS2 Seat | passenger | €44.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 18 November | 21:30 | 08:30 next day | 11h | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 25 November | 21:30 | 08:30 next day | 11h | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kavala to Chios?
Ferries from Kavala to Chios are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 February 2027, 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 18 November 2026, at 21:30. Departures fall on Wednesday.
How many ferries run from Kavala to Chios this week?
1 sailing from Kavala to Chios is scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kavala to Chios?
Ferries from Kavala to Chios leave at 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Kavala to Chios?
The crossing from Kavala to Chios takes 11h.
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. 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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