Ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Chios
2h 35m to 2h 45m · 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, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 02:20 and the latest is 03:55. The crossing takes between 2h 35m and 2h 45m, 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 Wednesday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €12.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €12.50 | Book now |
| AB43 Cabin | €34.50 | 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 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Vathy to Chios through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in April (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 7 | 7 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 10 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| August 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| October 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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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.
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.
Weekly Vathy to Chios Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Vathy.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 03:30 | |
| 02:20 |
Different on these dates:
- Sat 14 November: 03:55 only.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 27 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 02:20, latest 03:55. Fastest crossing 2h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 02:20, latest 23:00. Fastest crossing 2h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 02:20, latest 23:00. Fastest crossing 2h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of the 27 days to 27 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 02:20, latest 03:30. Fastest crossing 2h 35m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
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 | Blue Star Myconos |
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.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €34.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €34.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €34.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €34.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €37.00 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €45.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €45.50 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €45.50 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €48.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €48.00 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €12.50 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €22.50 |
| BATS1 Seat | passenger | €25.00 |
| BATS2 Seat | passenger | €25.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November | 03:55 | 06:30 | 2h 35m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 18 November | 03:30 | 06:15 | 2h 45m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 21 November | 02:20 | 04:55 | 2h 35m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 25 November | 03:30 | 06:15 | 2h 45m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
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, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 February 2027, 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 14 November 2026, at 03:55. Departures fall on Wednesday 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, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Vathy to Chios?
The first ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Chios leaves at 02:20 and the last at 03:55.
How long is the ferry from Vathy to Chios?
The fastest crossing from Vathy (Samos) to Chios takes 2h 35m and the slowest 2h 45m.
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. A cabin berth is published from €34.50. 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 dockside.
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