How to travel from Astypalaia to Samos, Greece

The distance between Astypalaia and Samos is around 196km (122 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Astypalaia to Samos by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Samos (SMI).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €150($150)
Operated by

Sky Express

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1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Kalymnos then Leros and then to Pythagóreio.

  • Duration5h 40m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Astypalaia and Samos

There are several options for getting from Astypalaia to Samos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €54 ($54) and will take around 8h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €150 ($150).

The distance between Astypalaia and Samos is around 196km (122 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 136km (84 miles)

It takes around 5h 40m to get from Astypalaia and Samos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Astypalaia to Samos is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €150 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Astypalaia and Samos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €54 ($54) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Astypalaia and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Astypalaia and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Astypalaia and Samos. The ferry typically takes around 5h 40m and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Anna Express, A.N.E. Kalymnoy and Dodekanisos Seaways run the ferry services between Astypalaia and Samos. Ferries run once a week and take around 5h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Astypalaia and Samos. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and arrive at Samos (SMI) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Astypalaia to Samos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Astypalaia to Samos typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and and arrive into Samos (SMI).

The closest major airport to Samos is Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Samos. Leros Airport (LRS) (LRS) and Ikaria Airport (JIK) (JIK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Astypalaia to Samos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kalymnos then Leros and then to Pythagóreio. instead which will take 5h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Astypalaia to Samos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around €110 ($110).

How do I get from Astypalaia to Samos

Compare travel optionsbetween Astypalaia and Samos

Transport options from Astypalaia to Samos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 40m
€150($150)
every 4 hours549km (341 miles)
Plane and Ferry3h 20m
€175($175)
twice a week196km (122 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
5h 40m
€110($110)
once a week200km (124 miles)
Ferry via Kalymnos6h 50m
€58($58)
twice a week202km (125 miles)
Ferry via Kalymnos8h 20m
€54($54)
twice a week283km (176 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Astypalaia and Samos

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Airlines

Airports near Samos

The following major airports near Samos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

SMI
Samos International Airport (SMI)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Samos
LRS
Leros Airport (LRS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
23km (15 miles) from Samos
JIK
Ikaria Airport (JIK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Samos