Ferry from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos)
8h · from €57.50 · 1 operator
Vathy to Rhodes at a glance
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 7 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 03:35. The crossing takes 8h. 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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Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Vathy to Rhodes through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 5 of those months, busiest in July (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 | 13 | 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.
Vathy to Rhodes Route Map
Vathy to Rhodes is a long run down the Dodecanese with Superfast Ferries on the Lefka Ori, taking between eight and a half and ten hours depending on the calls made. It is often an overnight sailing, which is the sensible way to use the time. As a large conventional ferry it carries cabins, seating lounges and vehicles.
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese and a destination in its own right. The UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town, built by the Knights of St John, is a short walk from the ferry berths, and Mandraki, the old harbour, is the one linked to the legend of the Colossus. Beyond the town are long beaches, resort strips and quieter inland villages to the south.
The route runs two or three times a week in season. Current sailing days, journey times and fares are shown below. Rhodes has an international airport and onward ferries to the rest of the Dodecanese, to Crete, to Piraeus and to Turkey.
Vathy to Rhodes Ferry Fares
Tickets from €57.50.
Weekly Vathy to Rhodes 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 | 03:35 | 11:35 | 8h | €57.50 | 2026-10-16 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Nissos Rodos sailing |
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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 Vathy to Rhodes between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-30 | 03:35 | 11:35 | 8h | Nissos Rodos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Vathy to Rhodes?
Ferries from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 Vathy to Rhodes today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 October 2026, at 03:35. Departures fall on Friday.
How many ferries run from Vathy to Rhodes this week?
1 sailing from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Vathy to Rhodes?
Scheduled departures from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) leave at 03:35.
How long is the ferry from Vathy to Rhodes?
The crossing from Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) takes 8h.
How much does the Vathy to Rhodes ferry cost?
Published fares for the Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) 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 Vathy to Rhodes route?
The Vathy (Samos) to Rhodes (Rodos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries.
Tips for the Vathy to Rhodes ferry
- July and August are the busiest months on almost every Greek ferry route; expect crowded vessels, longer boarding queues, and higher prices.
- A wide-brimmed hat provides better sun protection than a baseball cap on the open deck of a moving ferry, where the sun comes from multiple angles.
- Photography from the deck is excellent – the golden hour light on island whitewashed buildings as you arrive is hard to match.
- The flat bow (prow) area of a large ferry is usually accessible and offers outstanding forward views – one of the best spots to stand during harbour entry.
- Once you arrive in Rhodes, the medieval walled Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, with the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master as its centrepieces. Tsambika Beach on the east coast and the ancient hilltop site of Lindos are the island's other headline attractions.
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