Ferry from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos)
4h 15m to 6h 20m · from €38.00 · 2 operators
Leros to Vathy at a glance
Ferries from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 3 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 18:00 and the latest is 22:00. The crossing takes between 4h 15m and 6h 20m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries. Published fares start from €38.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 14 September 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €38.00 | 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 14 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Leros to Vathy Route Map
Leros to Vathy, the capital of Samos, takes somewhere between about four and a quarter and six and a half hours depending on the ship and its calls along the way. Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries cover the route with conventional ferries including Diagoras and Lefka Ori. The longer timings reflect intermediate stops rather than a slower vessel.
Vathy, officially Samos Town, sits at the head of a deep sheltered bay that gives it its name. It is a working town rather than a resort, with administrative offices, shopping streets and a lively harbourfront, plus a well-regarded archaeological museum. It is the island's main ferry gateway and sits close to Kusadasi on the Turkish coast.
The route runs a couple of times a week rather than daily, so plan around the sailing days. Current departures and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €38. From Vathy you can pick up onward boats north through the Aegean or across to Turkey.
Leros to Vathy Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €38.00 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 | €38.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Leros to Vathy 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 | 18:00 | 00:20 | 6h 20m | €38.00 | now to 2026-08-24 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Superfast Ferries | Lefka Ori conventional | 22:00 | 02:15 | 4h 15m | now to 2026-09-14 | Book the Lefka Ori sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Leros to Vathy between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Leros to Vathy?
Ferries from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 3 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 14 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Leros to Vathy today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) today. Departure times: 18:00 and 22:00.
How many ferries run from Leros to Vathy this week?
2 sailings from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Leros to Vathy?
Scheduled departures from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) leave at 18:00 and 22:00.
How long is the ferry from Leros to Vathy?
The fastest crossing from Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) takes 4h 15m and the slowest 6h 20m. Typical crossing times by operator: Superfast Ferries 4h 15m and Blue Star Ferries 6h 20m.
How much does the Leros to Vathy ferry cost?
Published fares for the Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) ferry start from €38.00 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 Leros to Vathy route?
The Leros (Lakki) to Vathy (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Leros to Vathy ferry
- A small padlock is useful not only for your luggage but also for hostel lockers if you are staying in mixed accommodation.
- If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
- Summer schedules are published by most operators in late March or April; check them as soon as they appear if you are planning a July or August trip.
- High-speed catamarans are more susceptible to cancellation in meltemi conditions than conventional roll-on roll-off ferries – the slower option is often more reliable.
- Arrive at the port at least 30 minutes before departure – boarding closes shortly before sailing time.
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