Ferry from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi
2h to 4h · from €7.60 · 3 operators
Pythagorio to Lipsi at a glance
Ferries from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 08:15 and the latest is 13:45. The crossing takes between 2h and 4h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €7.60 on a conventional ferry and from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 September 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €7.60 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €16.00 | 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 27 September 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 27 | 21 of 31 | about one a day |
| 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 2025 · this month, a year ago
Leros Seaways (Leros Express)
SAOS Ferries (Saonisos)
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)
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.
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 Agathonissi, 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.
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. 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 | €16.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Pythagorio to Lipsi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:15 | 11:05 | 2h 50m | €16.00 | 2026-10-09 to 2027-09-26 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | €16.00 | 2026-10-10 to 2027-09-27 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | €16.00 | 2027-03-02 to 2027-04-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:15 | 11:00 | 2h 45m | €16.00 | 2027-03-01 to 2027-04-09 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 08:15 | 11:00 | 2h 45m | €16.00 | 2027-04-16 to 2027-05-09 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Leros Seaways | Leros Express local boat | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | 2026-10-13 to 2026-10-15 | Book the Leros Express sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | €7.60 | 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-18 | Book the Saonisos sailing | |
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 13:45 | 17:45 | 4h | €7.60 | 2026-10-12 to 2026-10-12 | Book the Saonisos sailing |
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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 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 08:15 | 11:05 | 2h 50m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 13:45 | 17:45 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-13 | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Thu 2026-10-15 | 12:30 | 15:45 | 3h 15m | Leros Express | Leros Seaways |
| Fri 2026-10-16 | 08:15 | 11:05 | 2h 50m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-10-16 | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-17 | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-18 | 08:15 | 11:05 | 2h 50m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-18 | 13:00 | 17:00 | 4h | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-19 | 08:15 | 10:15 | 2h | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-10-23 | 08:15 | 11:05 | 2h 50m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
Ferries from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 September 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Pythagorio to Lipsi today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi today. Departure time: 08:15.
How many ferries run from Pythagorio to Lipsi this week?
9 sailings from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Sundays.
What time is the first ferry from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi usually leaves at 08:15. Across the published schedule departure times range from 08:15 to 13:45.
How long is the ferry from Pythagorio to Lipsi?
The fastest crossing from Pythagorio (Samos) to Lipsi takes 2h and the slowest 4h. On this route conventional ferries take 4h, high-speed vessels take 2h to 2h 50m 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. 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 Dodekanisos Seaways, Leros Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries, high-speed vessels and local boats.
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.
- The term 'gale warning' in a Greek maritime forecast typically means sustained winds of Force 7 or above; serious disruption to ferry services is likely.
- In July, the meltemi typically produces its strongest conditions in the open Cyclades, particularly between Mykonos, Paros, and Ios; plan shorter hops in this area.
- When the vessel is manoeuvring into port, crew will announce boarding locations over the PA system; listen for instructions on which gangway to use.
- Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas at the stern; the rules are enforced more strictly on newer vessels.
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