Ferry from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos)
20h 35m to 21h 15m · from €41.50 · 1 operator
Thessaloniki to Vathy at a glance
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. The earliest departure in that window is 16:00 and the latest is 19:00. The crossing takes between 20h 35m and 21h 15m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €41.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
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| Conventional ferry | €41.50 | 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 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Thessaloniki to Vathy Route Map
Thessaloniki to Vathy on Samos is one of the longest domestic sailings in Greece, run by Blue Star Ferries with the Diagoras. It takes around twenty and a half hours, which means a night at sea and then most of the following day, with calls at other North Aegean islands along the way. Fares start around €41 and cabins are the sensible choice.
Vathy, officially Samos Town, is the island's capital and main port, sitting at the head of a deep sheltered bay that gives the town its name. It is a working town with administration, shopping streets and a lively harbourfront rather than a resort atmosphere. The archaeological museum is the main draw in town, and the rest of Samos, with its hill villages and wine country, opens up from here.
Sailings run about once a week on this direct link. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Samos is otherwise well connected to Piraeus and to its Dodecanese neighbours, and Kusadasi on the Turkish coast is a short international hop away.
Thessaloniki to Vathy Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €41.50 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 | €41.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Thessaloniki 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 | Diagoras conventional | 16:00 | 12:35 | 20h 35m | €41.50 | 2026-08-30 to 2026-08-30 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 19:00 | 16:15 | 21h 15m | €41.50 | 2026-09-06 to 2026-09-13 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 21:30 | 13:40 | 16h 10m | 2026-09-19 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Thessaloniki to Vathy between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Thessaloniki to Vathy?
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Thessaloniki to Vathy today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 August 2026, at 16:00. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Thessaloniki to Vathy this week?
1 sailing from Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki to Vathy?
Scheduled departures from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) leave at 16:00 and 19:00.
How long is the ferry from Thessaloniki to Vathy?
The fastest crossing from Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) takes 20h 35m and the slowest 21h 15m.
How much does the Thessaloniki to Vathy ferry cost?
Published fares for the Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) ferry start from €41.50 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 Thessaloniki to Vathy route?
The Thessaloniki to Vathy (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Thessaloniki to Vathy ferry
- In high summer, the ferry's snack bar and cafeteria can sell out of cold drinks by mid-crossing on busy routes; buy your drinks early after boarding.
- Most large ferries have a self-service cafeteria and a separate sit-down restaurant; the cafeteria is faster and cheaper.
- Parking at major ports is available but fills quickly in summer – if leaving your car, book a parking spot in advance or arrive very early.
- Staff at the gangway will scan or check your ticket; have it ready before you reach the boarding point to keep the queue moving.
- The smell of diesel and engine exhaust is stronger at the stern in summer heat; if you are sensitive to it, choose a bow-facing seat or the upper deck.
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