Ferry from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos)
3h 15m to 3h 55m · from €7.60 · 2 operators
Lipsi to Pythagorio at a glance
Ferries from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. Departures in that window are at 08:40. The crossing takes between 3h 15m and 3h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €7.60 on a conventional ferry and from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 1 March 2027. The sailing days are not the same from one week to the next during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 1 December 2026; the rest of the winter timetable is not out yet, and sailings are published again from 1 March 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.60 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 1 March 2027 | €16.00 | Book now |
| Economy Lounge / Deck | €7.60 | 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 1 December 2026. The rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet, so nothing is listed from 2 December 2026 to 28 February 2027. Sailings are published again from 1 March 2027, as far as 30 September 2027.
Lipsi to Pythagorio through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in June (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 25 | 18 of 31 | about one a day |
| February 2026 | 19 | 14 of 28 | most days |
| March 2026 | 42 | 23 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 34 | 21 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 42 | 23 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 41 | 26 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 42 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 40 | 27 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 28 | 20 of 30 | about one a day |
| October 2026 | 39 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
November 2025 · this month, a year ago
December 2025 · this month, a year ago
January 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
February 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
March 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
April 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
May 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
June 2026 · this month, a year ago
Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
Dodekanisos Seaways (Dodekanisos Express)
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.
Lipsi to Pythagorio Route Map
Lipsi to Pythagorio runs north from the Dodecanese to the south coast of Samos, taking about two hours on the Dodekanisos Pride and up to nearly five on the SAOS boat Saonisos, which calls at the smaller islands on the way. It is one of the more useful cross-group links, joining the Dodecanese to the Northeast Aegean without a long detour.
Pythagorio is a small harbour town named after Pythagoras, who was born on the island. It is more relaxed than Vathy, Samos's main port, with a yacht and fishing harbour under the walls of Logothetis Castle. Nearby are the ruins of the ancient Heraion and the Eupalinos tunnel, a UNESCO-listed aqueduct driven straight through a hillside in the sixth century BC, both worth the short trip out.
Sailings run around once a day across a fortnight in season, thinning outside it. Current departures and fares are shown below, from around €7.60. Ferry connections from Pythagorio are more limited than from Vathy, so if you are continuing beyond Samos it is worth checking which of the two ports your onward boat uses.
Weekly Lipsi to Pythagorio Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published from 13 November 2026 to 1 December 2026, where the published timetable ends: the days it sails and its departure times from Lipsi.
Leros Seaways
Book Leros Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:40 |
Different on these dates:
- Sat 14 November: 08:40 only.
Timetable published to 1 December 2026.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:40 |
Timetable published to 22 November 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 30 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 10 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:40. Fastest crossing 3h 15m. Conventional ferries: SAOS Ferries. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- December 2026: sails on 1 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:40. Fastest crossing 3h 15m. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- March 2027: sails on 18 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 14:55. Fastest crossing 1h 55m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 16 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 1h 55m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 18 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 1h 55m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 16 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 2h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 19 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 2h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 17 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:10, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 2h 05m. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 17 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 14:05, latest 15:55. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Lipsi to Pythagorio Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €7.60 on a conventional ferry and from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 1 March 2027. 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 | €7.60 | SAOS Ferries | Saonisos |
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 1 March 2027 | €16.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
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.
SAOS Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €7.60 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Pythagorio?
Yes, several agencies have offices right in Pythagorio, and more are based just 3km away at Samos airport on the same south coast, about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. A car is worth having to reach the north coast and inland villages, since bus coverage on Samos is limited outside the main towns. Compare local prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Lipsi to Pythagorio between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 08:40 | 12:35 | 3h 55m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 08:40 | 11:55 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Sun 15 November | 08:40 | 12:35 | 3h 55m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 08:40 | 12:35 | 3h 55m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 08:40 | 11:55 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 18 November | 08:40 | 11:55 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 20 November | 08:40 | 12:35 | 3h 55m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 08:40 | 12:35 | 3h 55m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 08:40 | 11:55 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 25 November | 08:40 | 11:55 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Lipsi to Pythagorio?
Ferries from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. In that fortnight the sailing days are not the same from one week to the next. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 1 December 2026, and the rest of the winter timetable has not been announced yet. Sailings are published again from 1 March 2027, as far as 30 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Lipsi to Pythagorio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) today. Departure time: 08:40.
How many ferries run from Lipsi to Pythagorio this week?
6 sailings from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Lipsi to Pythagorio?
Ferries from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) leave at 08:40.
How long is the ferry from Lipsi to Pythagorio?
The fastest crossing from Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) takes 3h 15m and the slowest 3h 55m. On this route conventional ferries take 3h 55m and local boats take 3h 15m.
How much does the Lipsi to Pythagorio ferry cost?
Published fares for the Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) ferry start from €7.60 on a conventional ferry and from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 1 March 2027. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Lipsi to Pythagorio route?
The Lipsi to Pythagorio (Samos) route is served by Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. In the next 14 days crossings run on conventional ferries and local boats; high-speed sailings are published again from 1 March 2027.
Tips for the Lipsi to Pythagorio ferry
- Very calm sea conditions – glassy water and no swell – are common in early June and late September. These are the most comfortable times to cross the open Aegean.
- Staff at the gangway will scan or check your ticket; have it ready before you reach the boarding point to keep the queue moving.
- Most island ports are within walking distance of the main village or town – a 5–10 minute walk with luggage is usually manageable.
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
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