Chios – Vathi
Ferries to Samos
Chios – Vathi
Ferries to Samos
Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Chios to Vathi. Chios Vathi ferries cost around $41 and $160, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Chios Vathi ferries.
Chios Vathi ferry sailings typycally depart from Chios at around 08:50. The last ferry leaves at 21:45.
The Chios Vathi ferry trip can take around 2 hours 35 minutes. The fastest Chios to Vathi ferry is around 2 hours 25 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 2 weekly sailings from Chios to Vathi serviced by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Chios Vathi ferry prices typically range between $41* and $160*. The average price is typically $42*. The cheapest ferries from Chios to Vathi start from $41*. The average price for a foot passenger is $41*. The average price for a car is $142*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.
The distance between Chios to Vathi is approximately 69 miles (111km) or 60 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Chios and Vathi. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Chios and Vathi.
Foot passengers can travel on the Chios to Vathi ferry with Blue Star Ferries.
Pets can travel on ferries from Chios to Vathi with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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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.
