Ferry from Pythagorio (Samos) to Agia Marina (Leros)

Pythagorio to Agia Marina is served by Dodekanisos Seaways on the fast Dodekanisos Pride and by SAOS Ferries on the Saonisos. The catamaran takes around two and a half hours; the conventional ship, calling at the small islands on the way, can take closer to five. The route runs south from Samos through Agathonissi, Arki, Patmos and Lipsi.

Agia Marina is one of two ports on Leros and sits at the commercial and administrative heart of the island. Around the harbour are Italian rationalist-era buildings, including the clocktower and the market, left from the Italian administration between 1912 and 1943. Leros is quieter than Kos or Patmos, and people come for its calm beaches, its wartime history and its unhurried pace.

The route runs most days in season. Current departures, journey times and fares are shown in the table below. Note that Leros has a second port at Lakki, a few kilometres away, which handles the larger conventional ferries, so check which one your ticket names.

Pythagorio to Agia Marina Ferry Fares

Weekly Pythagorio to Agia Marina Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 Pythagorio to Agia Marina between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Pythagorio to Agia Marina ferry

• Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas at the stern; the rules are enforced more strictly on newer vessels.
• Weather cancellations are more common in the shoulder months (October, November, March, April) than in the height of summer, despite summer's meltemi wind.
• If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
• On conventional ferries, the centre of the vessel at the waterline is the most stable point; if you feel unwell, move there and focus on the horizon.

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