Ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala
14h 30m · from €37.00 · 1 operator
Vathy to Kavala at a glance
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 03:30. The crossing takes 14h 30m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €37.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €37.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €37.00 | Book now |
| AB43 Cabin | €57.00 | 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 24 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Vathy to Kavala through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in April (about once 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 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| February 2026 | 3 | 3 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| May 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| October 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once 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 Kavala Route Map
Vathy to Kavala is a long haul north with Blue Star Ferries on the Diagoras, running to about seventeen hours. The ship calls at Chios, Lesvos and Limnos before reaching the mainland, so this is an overnight passage rather than a day trip. Book a cabin if you want to arrive in any state to do something.
Kavala is a port city in Eastern Macedonia, built up a hillside above the harbour. The old Panagia quarter, the castle and the Kamares aqueduct are all within walking distance of the waterfront, and the Roman city of Philippi is a short drive inland. It is also the usual departure point for Thassos, and it has its own airport.
The link runs only a couple of times a fortnight. Current sailing days, journey times and prices are shown in the timetable below. If the schedule does not fit, flying via Athens is the practical alternative.
Weekly Vathy to Kavala 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 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 18 November 2026 to 24 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 2 of the 13 days from 18 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 03:30. Fastest crossing 14h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 5 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 03:30. Fastest crossing 14h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 03:30. Fastest crossing 14h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 4 of the 24 days to 24 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 03:30. Fastest crossing 14h 30m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Vathy to Kavala Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €37.00 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 | €37.00 | 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 | €57.00 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €57.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €59.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €62.50 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €81.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €37.00 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €51.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €51.50 |
| BATS1 Seat | passenger | €54.50 |
| BATS2 Seat | passenger | €54.50 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Vathy to Kavala between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 18 November | 03:30 | 18:00 | 14h 30m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 25 November | 03:30 | 18:00 | 14h 30m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Vathy to Kavala?
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Vathy to Kavala today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 18 November 2026, at 03:30. Departures fall on Wednesday.
How many ferries run from Vathy to Kavala this week?
1 sailing from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala is scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Vathy to Kavala?
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala leave at 03:30.
How long is the ferry from Vathy to Kavala?
The crossing from Vathy (Samos) to Kavala takes 14h 30m.
How much does the Vathy to Kavala ferry cost?
Published fares for the Vathy (Samos) to Kavala ferry start from €37.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €57.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Vathy to Kavala route?
The Vathy (Samos) to Kavala route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Vathy to Kavala ferry
- The ship's cafeteria queue at dinner time on overnight ferries can be very long in peak season; eat early (first 90 minutes after departure) or very late.
- If you are comparing ferry versus flying between islands, factor in port transfer times at each end – ferries are often more time-efficient for short hops.
- Always cross-check your ticket details – date, vessel name, passenger count, and vehicle details – before the cancellation window closes.
- Summer schedules are published by most operators in late March or April; check them as soon as they appear if you are planning a July or August trip.
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