Ferry from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos)
8h 20m · from €57.50 · 1 operator
Rhodes to Vathy at a glance
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 19:00. The crossing takes 8h 20m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €57.50. There are sailings on Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
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| Standard ticket | €57.50 | 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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Rhodes to Vathy through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 5 of those months, busiest in August (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| November 2025 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| December 2025 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| January 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| February 2026 | 0 | 0 of 28 | no sailings |
| March 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| April 2026 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| May 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| June 2026 | 1 | 1 of 30 | less than once a week |
| July 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 6 | 6 of 30 | about once a week |
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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.
Rhodes to Vathy Route Map
Rhodes to Vathy is a long northbound crossing of the eastern Aegean, operated by Superfast Ferries with the Lefka Ori. Journey times run from around eight hours to a little over ten, depending on how many islands the ship calls at on the way up the Dodecanese chain. It is a conventional car ferry, so there is deck space, indoor seating and a canteen for the trip.
Vathy, officially Samos Town, is the capital and main port of Samos, set at the head of a deep bay that gives the town its name. It has the feel of a working town rather than a resort, with shopping streets, administrative buildings and a lively harbourfront, plus an archaeological museum near the centre. It is the island's principal ferry gateway and the usual arrival point for travellers heading anywhere on Samos.
The route runs a few times a fortnight, so it needs checking against your dates. Current departures, journey times and fares are listed below. From Vathy there are onward services to Piraeus, Chios and the northern Aegean, and the short crossing to Kusadasi in Turkey.
Rhodes to Vathy Ferry Fares
Tickets from €57.50.
Weekly Rhodes to Vathy 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 | Nissos Rodos | 19:00 | 03:20 | 8h 20m | €57.50 | 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Nissos Rodos sailing |
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Is it worth hiring a car in Rhodes?
Worth it if you're staying more than a couple of days, since the island is large and its two bus companies (Roda in the west, KTEL in the east) don't make it easy to combine both coasts in a day. The port is a 10-minute walk from Rhodes Old Town, with paid parking nearby. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Rhodes to Vathy between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 19:00 | 03:20 | 8h 20m | Nissos Rodos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Rhodes to Vathy?
Ferries from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Rhodes to Vathy today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 October 2026, at 19:00. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Rhodes to Vathy this week?
1 sailing from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Rhodes to Vathy?
Scheduled departures from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) leave at 19:00.
How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Vathy?
The crossing from Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) takes 8h 20m.
How much does the Rhodes to Vathy ferry cost?
Published fares for the Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) ferry start from €57.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Rhodes to Vathy route?
The Rhodes (Rodos) to Vathy (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries.
Tips for the Rhodes to Vathy ferry
- Rhodes has two separate ferry ports: large car ferries such as Blue Star Ferries use Akandia, while Dodekanisos Seaways catamarans and small boats to Symi depart from Kolona, just outside the Old Town walls – check your ticket for the correct one.
- Akandia port is roughly a 20-minute walk from the Old Town and has no shelter, seating or toilets while you wait, so it is more comfortable to wait in town and take a taxi straight to your ferry.
- Arrive at least one hour before departure to allow time to check in, since boarding for ferries from Rhodes typically closes around 20 minutes before the scheduled sailing time.
- A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
- Large ferries can feel labyrinthine at first; take a few minutes to walk the accessible decks after boarding so you know where the toilets, exits, and cafeteria are.
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