Ferry from Kavala to Vathy (Samos)
14h 05m · from €38.50 · 1 operator
Kavala to Vathy at a glance
Ferries from Kavala to Vathy (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 14h 05m. 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 Vathy through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in July (2 or 3 times 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 | 6 | 6 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| 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 Vathy Route Map
Kavala to Vathy is the long mainland link from Macedonia down to the capital of Samos in the eastern Aegean. Blue Star Ferries works it with the Diagoras, and the crossing runs around seventeen and a half hours with intermediate calls. It is an overnight passage, so cabin availability is worth checking when you book.
Vathy, officially Samos Town, is the island's capital and main port, a working town of administration, shopping streets and a busy harbour rather than a resort. The port sits in a deep sheltered bay, which is where the name comes from, and there is a good archaeological museum plus a lively harbourfront. It is the main gateway for Samos, with onward links across the Aegean and short crossings to Kusadasi in Turkey.
Sailings run a couple of times a week across the season. The current timetable and fares are listed in the tables below. From Vathy you can pick up connections to Chios, Ikaria, Fourni and the Dodecanese, which makes it a sensible place to start island-hopping rather than just an endpoint.
Weekly Kavala to Vathy 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 14h 05m. 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 14h 05m. 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 14h 05m. 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 14h 05m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Kavala to Vathy 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 Vathy between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 18 November | 21:30 | 11:35 next day | 14h 05m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 25 November | 21:30 | 11:35 next day | 14h 05m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kavala to Vathy?
Ferries from Kavala to Vathy (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 Vathy today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kavala to Vathy (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 Vathy this week?
1 sailing from Kavala to Vathy (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 Vathy?
Ferries from Kavala to Vathy (Samos) leave at 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Kavala to Vathy?
The crossing from Kavala to Vathy (Samos) takes 14h 05m.
How much does the Kavala to Vathy ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kavala to Vathy (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 Vathy route?
The Kavala to Vathy (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kavala to Vathy ferry
- Wheeled suitcases are harder to manage on steep gangways and across uneven docksides than backpacks; a soft-sided bag with carry handles is a practical compromise.
- Pack your overnight essentials – toothbrush, sleep mask, earplugs, phone charger – in a small bag you can access without opening your main luggage.
- If your booking allows free cancellation up to a certain date, set a calendar reminder a few days before that deadline in case your plans change.
- If you are booking for a large group, call the operator or use their group booking form – online booking systems sometimes cap the number of tickets per transaction.
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