What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Samos?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Samos is to ferry which costs €60 - €80 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Samos?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Samos is to fly which takes 4h 3m and costs €55 - €160.

Is there a direct ferry between Athens and Samos?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Piraeus and arriving at Vathy Samou. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Athens to Samos?

The distance between Athens and Samos is 311 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Athens to Samos?

Book your Athens to Samos ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Athens to Samos without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Samos without a car is to car ferry and ferry which takes 8h 35m and costs €75 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Athens to Samos, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Samos?

There are 456+ hotels available in Samos.

Athens to Samos - 5 ways to travel via plane, car ferry, ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Samos by plane, car ferry, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Samos Aristarchos International Airport
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI)ATH - SMI
4h 3m
€59–159
Car ferry, ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mykonos
2. Take the ferry from Mykonos to Vathy SamouBsf
8h 35m
€78–109
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Athens to Keşan
2. Take the bus from Keşan to Izmir Otogar
3. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to Kuşadası
4. Take the ferry from Kusadasi to Samos
19h 27m
€127–258
Fly to Chios Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Chios Airport (JKH)ATH - JKH
2. Take the ferry from Chios to Vathy Samou
6h 10m
€78–180
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Vathy SamouBsf
10h 15m
€60–80

Athens to Samos by car ferry and ferry

2Weekly Services

8h 35mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.9 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Samos, Greece?

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Blue Star Ferries operates a ferry from Port of Piraeus to Vathy Samou twice a week. Tickets cost €60–80 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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