Ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Chios
3h 15m to 3h 30m · from €12.50 · 1 operator
Vathy to Chios at a glance
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Chios are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 00:40 and the latest is 22:30. The crossing takes between 3h 15m and 3h 30m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €12.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €12.50 | 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.
Vathy to Chios Route Map
Vathy to Chios takes a little over three hours with Blue Star Ferries on the Diagoras. It is the first leg of the ship's run north up the eastern Aegean, hugging the Turkish coast for much of the way. As a conventional ferry it has proper lounges and open deck space, which makes a pleasant enough afternoon or evening.
Chios is a large North Aegean island with a long trading history and a genuinely different feel from the Cyclades. The main town's harbour is overlooked by a Genoese-era castle in the old quarter, and inland are the UNESCO-listed mastic villages, Mesta and Pyrgi with its geometric sgraffito facades, plus the Nea Moni monastery. It is a wealthy, quietly confident island rather than a tourist one.
The link runs a couple of times a week, with fares starting around €12.50, which is good value for the distance. Current departures and prices are shown below. From Chios there are onward ferries to Lesvos and north, back to Piraeus, and short crossings to Cesme in Turkey.
Vathy to Chios Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €12.50 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 | €12.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Vathy to Chios 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 | 00:40 | 03:55 | 3h 15m | €12.50 | now to 2026-08-25 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 02:20 | 04:55 | 2h 35m | 2026-09-19 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 03:30 | 06:15 | 2h 45m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 13:30 | 16:55 | 3h 25m | €12.50 | now to 2026-08-29 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 15:45 | 19:15 | 3h 30m | €12.50 | 2026-09-05 to 2026-09-12 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 22:30 | 02:00 | 3h 30m | €12.50 | 2026-08-31 to 2026-09-07 | Book the Diagoras sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Chios?
Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Vathy to Chios between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Vathy to Chios?
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Chios are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday. 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 Vathy to Chios today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Vathy (Samos) to Chios today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 00:40. Departures fall on Monday, Tuesday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Vathy to Chios this week?
2 sailings from Vathy (Samos) to Chios are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Vathy to Chios?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Chios usually leaves at 15:45. Across the published schedule departure times range from 00:40 to 22:30.
How long is the ferry from Vathy to Chios?
The fastest crossing from Vathy (Samos) to Chios takes 3h 15m and the slowest 3h 30m.
How much does the Vathy to Chios ferry cost?
Published fares for the Vathy (Samos) to Chios ferry start from €12.50 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 Vathy to Chios route?
The Vathy (Samos) to Chios route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Vathy to Chios ferry
- For larger vessels and busy routes, aim to arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow time for vehicle loading queues.
- Booking a multi-leg island-hopping itinerary in one session lets you verify that your connections are realistic before committing.
- Some seasonal ferry routes only operate from late May to late September or early October – check whether your route is year-round before booking.
- At ports with multiple berths, check which pier your ferry docks at on arrival – it is not always the same berth every trip.
- Save your e-ticket to your phone's offline storage or take a screenshot before you reach the port, as mobile data can be patchy at the quayside.
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