Chios – Vathi
Ferries to Samos
Chios – Vathi
Ferries to Samos
Depending on the season their are about 2 weekly sailings between Chios and Vathi. Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Chios to Vathi. Chios Vathi ferries cost between $27 and $292, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Chios Vathi ferry typically departs Chios at about 08:50 and the last ferry usually leaves at 14:10.
Ferries from Chios to Vathi sail in around 2 hours 35 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 25 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 2 weekly sailings from Chios to Vathi provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Chios to Vathi typically range between $27* and $290*. On average the Chios Vathi ferry is $48*. The cheapest Chios Vathi ferry prices start from $27*. The average price for a foot passenger is $47*. The average price for a car is $281*.
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 April 25.
The distance between Chios to Vathi is approximately 69 miles (111km) or 60 nautical miles.
Yes, Chios Vathi ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries between Chios and Vathi. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Chios and Vathi use our Deal Finder.
Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Chios Vathi ferries.
Blue Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Chios to Vathi. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Chios - Vathi Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | A$25* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2h 35m | |
| First Ferry | 08:50 | |
| Last Ferry | 11:05 | |
| Distance | 59 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Greek island of Chios is the 5th largest Greek island in the Aegean Sea and is located around 7 km off the Anatolian coast and is separated from Turkey by the Chios Strait. Chios Town was constructed around the old harbour and medieval castle, which were constructed under Venetian and Ottoman rule. Some remains have been found which date back to 2,000 BC. Popular attractions on the island include the Chios Byzantine Museum, the Archaeological Museum of Chios, its medieval villages and the 11th century monastery of Nea Moni which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The island is mainly mountainous although there are a few valleys to be found in the south and east parts of the island. Overlooking the northern part of the island is Mount Pelineo with its highest peak, Profitis Helias, at 1,297 meters above sea level. The island has a typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm, dry, summers and is known for its picturesque landscape.
Chios, and the other islands in the East Aegean, are generally connected to the ports of Piraeus and Rafina, the Cycladic islands including Syros, Tinos, Mykonos and Andros and also to the island of Rhodes. Your journey to and from the island will either be by conventional of Highspeed ferry with journey times of between 5 1/2 hours and 9 1/2 hours depending on ferry company and ferry itinerary.
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.
