Ferry from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos)
15h 25m · from €38.50 · 1 operator
Kavala to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 21:30. The crossing takes 15h 25m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €38.50 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 | €38.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €38.50 | 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 Karlovassi through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in June (about twice a week).
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 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once 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 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.
Weekly Kavala to Karlovassi 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 15h 25m. 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 15h 25m. 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 15h 25m. 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 15h 25m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
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 | 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 | €38.50 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €51.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €51.50 |
| BATS1 Seat | passenger | €54.50 |
| BATS2 Seat | passenger | €54.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kavala to Karlovassi between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 18 November | 21:30 | 12:55 next day | 15h 25m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 25 November | 21:30 | 12:55 next day | 15h 25m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
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, 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 Karlovassi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) 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 Karlovassi this week?
1 sailing from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) 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 Karlovassi?
Ferries from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) leave at 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Kavala to Karlovassi?
The crossing from Kavala to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 15h 25m.
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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