Ferry from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos)
16h 20m to 17h · from €38.00 · 1 operator
Kavala to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. The earliest departure in that window is 19:30 and the latest is 21:00. The crossing takes between 16h 20m and 17h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €38.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €38.50 | 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.
Kavala to Karlovassi Route Map
This crossing connects Kavala in northern Greece with Karlovassi on the north coast of Samos. Blue Star Ferries runs it with the Diagoras, and the passage takes around sixteen and a half hours, taking in calls at islands along the way. It is an overnight sailing, and worth treating as a full leg of the trip rather than transit.
Karlovassi is the second town and port of Samos, west of the capital Vathy, with more of a working-town character than tourist-facing Pythagorio. There is a university presence here, and the town splits into an old and a new quarter. Most travellers use it as a gateway to the beaches and villages of the island's west side.
The route runs only a couple of times a fortnight, so dates need checking well ahead. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Samos also has frequent links to Ikaria, Fourni and Piraeus, so there is usually a workable alternative if the Kavala sailing does not fit.
Kavala to Karlovassi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €38.50 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 | €38.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Kavala to Karlovassi 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 | 19:30 | 11:50 | 16h 20m | €38.50 | now to 2026-08-28 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 21:00 | 14:00 | 17h | €38.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-11 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 21:30 | 12:55 | 15h 25m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kavala to Karlovassi between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kavala to Karlovassi?
Ferries from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday. 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 Karlovassi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 28 August 2026, at 19:30. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Kavala to Karlovassi this week?
1 sailing from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kavala to Karlovassi?
Scheduled departures from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) leave at 19:30 and 21:00.
How long is the ferry from Kavala to Karlovassi?
The fastest crossing from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 16h 20m and the slowest 17h.
How much does the Kavala to Karlovassi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) ferry start from €38.50 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 Kavala to Karlovassi route?
The Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kavala to Karlovassi ferry
- If you need an invoice for business travel, request it at the time of booking – it is much harder to obtain after the journey.
- Cabin toiletries are minimal or absent on Greek ferries; bring everything you need for the night.
- Charging sockets are available in the seating areas of most modern ferries; older vessels may have limited outlets, so charge your devices before boarding.
- Wi-Fi is available on board many Greek ferries but is often slow and unreliable; download maps, podcasts, and entertainment before you board.
- Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
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