Karlovassi – Vathi
Ferry to Samos
Karlovassi – Vathi
Ferry to Samos
Depending on the season their are about 2 weekly sailings between Karlovassi and Vathi.Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Karlovassi to Vathi. Karlovassi Vathi ferries take around 40 minutes. The ferry costs between $41.17 and $91.77, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Karlovassi to Vathi.
The earliest Karlovassi Vathi ferry typically departs Karlovassi at about 01:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:00.
Ferries from Karlovassi to Vathi sail in around 40 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 2 weekly sailings from Karlovassi to Vathi provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Karlovassi to Vathi typically range between $41.17* and $91.77*. On average the Karlovassi Vathi ferry is $53.61*. The cheapest Karlovassi Vathi ferry prices start from $41.17*. The average price for a foot passenger is $53.61*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 April 2025.
The distance between Karlovassi to Vathi is approximately 20 miles (32km) or 17 nautical miles.
Yes, Karlovassi Vathi ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries between Karlovassi and Vathi. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Karlovassi and Vathi use our Deal Finder.
Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Karlovassi Vathi ferries.
Blue Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Karlovassi to Vathi. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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The Greek town of Karlovassi is located on the island of Samos which lies in the North Aegean Sea. Located on the north side of the island, the town has a long history in business and culture. In fact, the town was well known for its tannery and tobacco manufacturing up until the early 20th century. The town's Tannery Museum contains displays that shows the town's long history in tannery which dates back to ancient times. Visitors will see in the museum displays showing the tools and methods of leather processing and the location of many tanneries on the island during the 20th century. For visitors interested in architecture, the town has many neoclassical mansions which can be seen along with the remains of the large stone factories at the "Ormos" seaside.
From the town's port there are many ferry services operating to other islands and also to the Greek mainland. Destinations include Piraeus, Chios, Fournoi, Agios Kirikos, Evdilos, Syros and Kavala.
Samos Town, or Vathi, is the capital of the Greek island of Samos which lies in the beautiful Aegean Sea. The town is situated on the eastern shores of the island and is constructed around a horse shoe shaped bay. Ano Vathi, the old town, was built like an amphitheatre around the island's natural harbour, and is the island's main port. Strolling around the town visitors will be charmed by its authentic narrow streets, lined with neoclassical buildings, that contains an archaeological museum and shops selling crafts and jewellery. Contained in the Archaeological Museum visitors will see a collection of the largest surviving examples of Kouros sculpture. Also in the town, and perfect for relaxing in, are a good selection of waterfront tavernas and cafes.
From the town's port, ferry services operate to the Greek mainland and to many other Greek islands with conventional and high speed ferries. Destinations include Piraeus, Icaria, Chios, Mytiline, the Cyclades, the islands of the North Aegean and the Dodecanese Islands.
