Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos)
9h 10m to 9h 45m · from €60.50 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 15:00 and the latest is 23:00. The crossing takes between 9h 10m and 9h 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €60.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 18 December 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €60.50 | 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 18 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Karlovassi through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in July (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 9 | 9 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 12 | 12 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 20 | 20 of 30 | most days |
| July 2026 | 31 | 31 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 31 | 31 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 21 | 21 of 30 | most days |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Piraeus to Karlovassi Route Map
Blue Star Ferries run Piraeus to Karlovassi on Samos with the Blue Star Myconos, a passage of between roughly eight and a half and nine hours. Most departures are overnight, working east through the Cyclades and often calling at Ikaria and Fourni on the way. The ship takes cars, and a cabin makes the crossing straightforward.
Karlovassi is the second town of Samos, on the north coast west of the capital. It has more of a working-town character than the tourist-facing Vathy or Pythagorio, with a university presence and a split between the old and new parts of town. It is a practical base for the beaches of the island's west side and for the walk up to Potami and the waterfalls.
Sailings run several times a week, rising in summer, with fares starting around €60.50. Current departures and prices are shown in the table below. Karlovassi also connects to Ikaria, Fourni and Chios, and the island's other port at Vathy adds further options including boats to Kusadasi in Turkey.
Piraeus to Karlovassi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €60.50 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 | €60.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos |
Weekly Piraeus 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 | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 15:00 | 00:30 | 9h 30m | €60.50 | 2026-11-06 to 2026-12-18 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 16:00 | 01:10 | 9h 10m | €60.50 | 2026-10-12 to 2026-12-14 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 16:00 | 01:45 | 9h 45m | €60.50 | 2026-10-13 to 2026-12-15 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 23:00 | 08:30 | 9h 30m | €60.50 | 2026-10-30 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Piraeus?
Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Piraeus to Karlovassi between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-10-26 | 16:00 | 01:10 | 9h 10m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 16:00 | 01:45 | 9h 45m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 23:00 | 08:30 | 9h 30m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-11-02 | 16:00 | 01:10 | 9h 10m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-11-03 | 16:00 | 01:45 | 9h 45m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-11-06 | 15:00 | 00:30 | 9h 30m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Karlovassi?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 6 times over the next 14 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 18 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Karlovassi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 26 October 2026, at 16:00. Departures fall on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Karlovassi this week?
3 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Karlovassi?
Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) leave at 15:00, 16:00 and 23:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Karlovassi?
The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 9h 10m and the slowest 9h 45m.
How much does the Piraeus to Karlovassi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) ferry start from €60.50 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 Piraeus to Karlovassi route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Karlovassi (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Karlovassi ferry
- Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E10 spread along the waterfront – allow extra time to find yours, as it can be a 15–20 minute walk from the metro station, and check the gate number printed on your ticket.
- Ferries to the Saronic islands – Aegina, Hydra and the nearby islands – depart from Gate E8, while Cyclades sailings (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos) leave from gates in the E6–E10 range, so double-check your specific gate on arrival.
- Take Metro Line 1 or Line 3 to Piraeus station, then use the free shuttle bus that circulates around the port roughly every 10–15 minutes, linking the metro to all gates – useful if your ferry departs from a distant terminal such as E2 or E3.
- There is no parking inside the port itself, so if you are driving, use one of the private car parks nearby rather than looking for a space at the gate; ticket booths at each gate can print e-tickets if you have not already.
- When booking a multi-island itinerary, save a PDF or screenshot of each confirmation; email may not load reliably when you are at a small island port.
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