The Samos to Mykonos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article.

A Greek island in the Eastern Aegean Sea, south of Chios and off the coast of Turkey, Samos is known as the birthplace of the Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras.

In ancient times, Samos was particularly known for its vineyards and wine production. The well-known Samian wine is still produced on the island.

Mykonos, part of the Cyclades, is one of the most popular Greek islands, well-known for its party vibes. It is also an excellent start point to explore the other Greek islands.

If you are planning to take the ferry between Mykonos and Samos (or the other way around), here’s everything you need to know from the ports you have to get to, the sailing hours and frequency, as well as the prices. And, you can also book the ticket directly from this post (click in the widget below the “Where can I buy tickets ?” headline).

Samos, Vathi or Karlovassi?

The island of Samos is served by two ports: Vathi and Karlovassi.
The ferries to/from Mykonos use the Karlovassi port, located on northwest side of the island and it is considered the commercial center of Samos, as well as Vathi.

How long does it take to get from Mykonos to Samos?

The ferry ride takes 3 h 40 min on the Mykonos – Karlovassi route and 4 h 40 min on the Mykonos – Vathy route.

Is there a high speed ferry between Mykonos and Samos ?

No, the ferry operated by Blue Star ferries is slow, allowing both passengers and vehicles.

How much does it cost to get from Mykonos to Samos by ferry?

The price depends on the port you travel to/from on Samos, the operator, and the type of seat.

On the Blue Star Ferry vessels, that go to Karlovassi port, the prices start at 18.50 EUR for an adult, one way. On the same operator, but which goes Vathi port, the prices start at 21 EUR for an adult, one way.

How many ferries per day depart from Mykonos to Samos during the low season?

During the 2024 low season (Sept-Oct) , the following ferries run between Mykonos and Karlovassi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Wednesday	11:55 AM	till 11-Sept
Tuesday	11:55 AM	till 10-Sept
Sunday	11:55 AM	till 15-Sept
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday	12:15 PM	till 14-Sept
Friday	8:00 PM	from 20-Sept to 27-Sept
Monday	9:20 PM	from 16-Sept to 28-Oct
Tuesday	9:20 PM	from 17-Sept to 24-Sept

During the 2024 low season (Sept-Oct) , the following ferries run between Mykonos and Vathi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tusday, Thursday	12:10 AM	from 19-Sept to 26-Sept
Wednesday	11:55 AM	till 11-Sept
Friday	8:00 PM	from 20-Sept to 27-Sept
Monday	9:20 PM	from 16-Sept to 28-Oct
Tuesday	9:20 PM	from 17-Sept to 24-Sept

How many ferries per day depart from Mykonos to Samos during the high season?

During the 2024 high season (July to August) the following ferries run between Mykonos and Karlovassi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Wednesday	11:55 AM	till 11-Sept
Tuesday	11:55 AM	till 10-Sept
Sunday	11:55 AM	till 15-Sept
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday	12:15 PM	till 14-Sept

During the 2024 high season (July to August) the following ferries run between Mykonos and Vathi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Wednesday	11:55 AM	till 11-Sept

Are there any overnight journeys between Mykonos and Samos?

Yes, but only during the low season.

Where can I buy tickets from?

You can purchase the tickets online (at most 2 months prior to departure), from a Greek travel agency (either directly from Greece or via a travel agency in your country) and you can buy the tickets from the port. Remember to book the tickets in advance, particularly if you plan to travel in July or August.

Does everyone charge the same prices?

Yes, the prices are the same regardless of where you buy them from.

How about the ferries from Samos to Mykonos ?

During the high season in 2024, the following ferries connect Karlovassi to Mykonos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday	4:45 PM	till 14-Sept
Sunday	5:00 PM	till 15-Sept

There are no sailings during the high season in 2024 between Vathi and Mykonos.

During the 2024 low season, the following ferries connect Karlovassi to Mykonos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday	4:00 AM	from 17-Sept to 29-Oct
Thursday	1:35 PM	from 19-Sept to 26-Sept
Sunday	2:45 PM	from 22-Sept to 29-Sept
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday	4:45 PM	till 14-Sept
Sunday	5:00 PM	till 15-Sept

During the 2024 low season, the following ferries connect Vathi to Mykonos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday	3:00 AM	from 17-Sept to 29-Oct
Thursday	12:15 PM	from 19-Sept to 26-Sept
Sunday	1:35 PM	from 22-Sept to 29-Sept
Tuesday, Thurday, Sunday	6:00 PM	from 17-Sept to 29-Sept

Important note:

The schedule is submitted to the Ministry of Mercantile Marine every Friday so, in some cases, there can be some changes from week to week, let alone from month to month. It’s advisable to double check the ferry schedule couple of days prior to the departure.

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This article was first written in 2010. It was last updated in July 2024.