Ferry from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi
3h 15m to 4h · from €7.60 · 2 operators
Pythagorio to Lipsi at a glance
Ferries from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, most days. The earliest departure in that window is 12:30 and the latest is 13:00. The crossing takes between 3h 15m and 4h, 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 27 September 2027.
Pythagorio to Lipsi 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 | 5 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 25 | 17 of 31 | about one a day |
| February 2026 | 19 | 14 of 28 | most days |
| March 2026 | 43 | 23 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 33 | 21 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 42 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 43 | 25 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 41 | 24 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 42 | 25 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 28 | 16 of 30 | about one a day |
| October 2026 | 38 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
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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, Pride)
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.
Pythagorio to Lipsi Route Map
Pythagorio to Lipsi is worked by Dodekanisos Seaways on the fast Dodekanisos Pride and by SAOS Ferries on the conventional Saonisos. The catamaran takes about two hours; the slower ship, with calls at Agathonisi, Arki and Patmos on the way, can take up to four. The route runs south from Samos through the northern Dodecanese.
Lipsi is a small island between Leros and Patmos, quiet and village-like, and popular with Greek and Italian visitors in summer. The port sits directly in the main village, so ferries dock in the heart of town and everything is within a few minutes' walk. The draw is unhurried swimming and beach-hopping to places like Platys Gialos rather than sightseeing, though the church of Agios Ioannis Theologos and its Panagia tou Harou icon are worth a look.
Between the two operators the route runs most days in season, with fares starting around €7.60. Current departures, durations and prices are shown below. Onward links run down the chain to Leros, Kalymnos and Kos.
Weekly Pythagorio to Lipsi 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 Pythagorio.
Leros Seaways
Book Leros Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 12:30 |
Different on these dates:
- Sat 14 November: 12:30 only.
Timetable published to 1 December 2026.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 13:00 |
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 27 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. Earliest departure 12:30, latest 13:00. 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 12:30. Fastest crossing 3h 15m. Local boats: Leros Seaways.
- March 2027: sails on 18 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 16 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 19 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 16 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 18 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 18 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 16 of the 27 days to 27 September, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:15. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Pythagorio to Lipsi 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 Pythagorio to Lipsi between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 14 November | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Sun 15 November | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 16 November | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 17 November | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 18 November | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 20 November | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 24 November | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Wed 25 November | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
Ferries from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi 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 27 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Pythagorio to Lipsi today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi today. Departure time: 13:00.
How many ferries run from Pythagorio to Lipsi this week?
6 sailings from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
The first ferry from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi leaves at 12:30 and the last at 13:00.
How long is the ferry from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
The fastest crossing from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi takes 3h 15m and the slowest 4h. On this route conventional ferries take 4h and local boats take 3h 15m.
How much does the Pythagorio to Lipsi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi 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 Pythagorio to Lipsi route?
The Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi 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 Pythagorio to Lipsi ferry
- On routes where two or more operators compete, compare prices and journey times – the price difference for vehicles can be particularly significant.
- Greek ferries do not impose a luggage limit for foot passengers – you can bring as much as you can physically carry, but you must manage it yourself.
- 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.
- Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas at the stern; the rules are enforced more strictly on newer vessels.
- On routes that stop at multiple islands, the crew will call the name of each port 20–30 minutes before arrival; this is your cue to start gathering belongings.
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