Ferries from
Lesbos to Samos
Ferries from
Lesbos to Samos
There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Mytilene to Vathi and Mytilene to Karlovassi are popular ferry trips from Lesbos to Samos. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Lesbos to Samos sail approximately 4 times per week and are operated by .
Lesbos to Samos ferry sail durations can take between 4 hours 20 minutes and 8 hours 50 minutes depending on the ferry operator, the route taken and weather conditions.
The fastest ferry from Lesbos to Samos takes around 4 hours 20 minutes on the Mytilene to Karlovassi ferry with .
No, currently you cannot travel by car on the ferry from Lesbos to Samos.
The distance between Lesbos and Samos is 81 miles (131km) and 71 nautical miles.
Lesbos to Samos ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The Mytilene to Vathi ferry ferry sails approximately 2 times weekly with a crossing time of 5 hours 10 minutes.
Mytilene to Karlovassi ferry ferries sail about 2 times weekly with a sailing time of 6 hours 22 minutes.
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Lesbos is the third largest Greek island located in the north-eastern Aegean Sea, boasting one of the sunniest climates in the country. Its landscape is both diverse and beautiful, compacted with unspoilt beaches, fossilised forests and archaeological monuments. However, the most attractive feature of Lesbos is the absence of mass tourism, unlike some other Greek islands, making it one of the country’s more peaceful holiday destinations. Given the tranquillity, a trip to Lesbos gives visitors a chance to gain a true Greek experience by enjoying the authentic cuisine and relaxing on the long stretches of untouched coastline. As the Aegean Sea is home to a large number of islands, there are plenty of ferry routes from Lesbos on offer. From the port town of Mytilini on the southeast coast, you can sail to numerous islands and the Greek mainland.
Samos is one of the most famous islands in Greece, close to the Turkish coast in the Aegean Sea, separated by the mile-wide Mycale Strait. Steeped in history of legendary proportion, Samos is believed to be the birthplace of Greek Goddess, Hera. Consequently, the ruinous Heraion, once the largest temple in Greece, is one of the top attractions. Famous mathematician, Pythagoras was also born here. But, beyond the historical significance of Samos lies one of the most physically appealing islands in the Aegean, with an endless choice of typically beautiful, Mediterranean beaches with warm, clear waters. The capital and largest town, Vathy has plenty of lively bars and restaurants, but most visitors head to the stunning port village of Pythagorio for its traditional architecture and sublime seafront views. Greece is one of the easiest countries to travel by ferry, due to the high concentration of islands in the Aegean Sea. Samos has a few ports which are served by a range of excellent ferry operators, sailing from a huge number of domestic cities and archipelagos.
