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

The cheapest way to get from Samos to Athens is to ferry which costs €60 - €80 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samos to Athens is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs €65 - €160.

Is there a direct ferry between Samos and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Vathy Samou and arriving at Port of Piraeus. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Samos to Athens?

The distance between Samos and Athens is 311 km.

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

Book your Samos to Athens ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Samos to Athens without a car is to ferry which takes 9h 50m and costs €60 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Samos to Athens, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12442+ hotels available in Athens.

Samos to Athens - 4 ways to travel via plane, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Samos to Athens by plane, 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 from Samos Aristarchos International Airport
best
1. Fly from Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) to Athens International Airport (ATH)SMI - ATH
3h 16m
€65–157
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Vathy Samou to Port of PiraeusBsf
9h 50m
€60–80
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Samos to Kusadasi
2. Take the bus from Kuşadası to Keşan
3. Take the bus from Keşan to Athens
26h 5m
€137–250
Ferry to Chios Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Vathy Samou to Chios
2. Fly from Chios Airport (JKH) to Athens International Airport (ATH)JKH - ATH
5h 24m
€68–122

Samos to Athens by ferry

3Weekly Ferries

9h 50mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.6 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly from Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) to Athens International Airport (ATH) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Blue Star Ferries operates a ferry from Vathy Samou to Port of Piraeus 3 times a week. Tickets cost €60–80 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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