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 2026 low season (May, Sept-Oct) , the following ferries run between Mykonos and Karlovassi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Saturday	8:00 PM	on 18-Apr
Friday	8:00 PM	from 24-Apr to 8-May, from 15-May to 29-May, from 18-Sept to 30-Oct
Monday	9:20 PM	from 27-Apr to 25-May, from 14-Sept to 26-Oct
Wednesday	9:20 PM	on 15-Apr
Tuesday	9:20 PM	from 21-Apr to 5-May, from 12-May to 26-May, from 15-Sept to 27-Oct

During the 2026 low season (May, Sept-Oct) , the following ferries run between Mykonos and Vathi:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Saturday	8:00 PM	on 18-Apr
Friday	8:00 PM	from 24-Apr to 8-May, from 15-May to 29-May, from 18-Sept to 30-Oct
Monday	9:20 PM	from 27-Apr to 25-May, from 14-Sept to 26-Oct
Wednesday	9:20 PM	on 15-Apr
Tuesday	9:20 PM	from 21-Apr to 5-May, from 12-May to 26-May, from 15-Sept to 27-Oct

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

The 2026 high season (June to August) schedule is not yet available (at the time we updated this article).

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 ?

At the time we updated this article, the high season 2026 schedule is not yet available.

During the 2026 low season, the following ferries connect Karlovassi to Mykonos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday	4:00 AM	from 28-Apr to 26-May, from 15-Sept to 27-Oct
Friday	1:40 PM	on 17-Apr
Thursday	1:40 PM	from 23-Apr to 7-May, from 14-May to 28-May, from 17-Sept to 29-Oct
Monday	3:20 PM	on 20-Apr
Sunday	3:20 PM	from 26-Apr to 10-May, from 17-May to 31-May, from 20-Sept to 1-Nov

During the 2026 low season, the following ferries connect Vathi to Mykonos:

Day of the week	Hour	Dates
Tuesday	3:00 AM	from 28-Apr to 26-May, from 15-Sept to 27-Oct
Friday	12:15 PM	on 17-Apr
Thursday	12:15 PM	from 23-Apr to 7-May, from 14-May to 28-May, from 17-Sept to 29-Oct
Monday	2:10 PM	on 20-Apr
Sunday	2:10 PM	from 26-Apr to 10-May, from 17-May to 31-May, from 20-Sept to 1-Nov

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 May 2026.