How to travel from Corfu to Samos, Greece
The distance between Corfu and Samos is around 675km (420 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Corfu to Samos by plane, ferry, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Samos → Corfu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Samos (SMI).
- Duration2h 35m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost€160($160)
Aegean Airlines
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Athens and then to Vathy Samou.
- Duration18h 10m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost€115($115)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Larissa then take the train to Athens then take a ferry to Tinos and then to Vathy Samou.
- Duration15h 45m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€235($235)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Samos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Corfu to Samos by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €115 ($115) and will take around 18h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €160 ($160).
The distance between Corfu and Samos is around 675km (420 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 639km (397 miles)
It takes around 2h 35m to get from Corfu and Samos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Corfu to Samos is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €160 ($160).
The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Samos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €115 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 35m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Samos. The ferry typically takes around 18h 10m and departs 3 times a week.
KTEL Kerkyras, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Corfu and Samos. Ferries run 3 times a week and take around 18h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Corfu and Samos. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Samos (SMI) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.
There is no direct flight from Corfu to Samos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Corfu to Samos typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) 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 Corfu to Samos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Samos is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €160 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Samos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 35m | €160($160) | every 4 hours | 675km (420 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 4h 35m | €240($240) | twice a week | 708km (440 miles) |
| Fly to Ikaria Island (JIK), Ferry | 5h 35m | €230($230) | twice a week | 702km (436 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 18h 10m | €115($115) | 3 times a week | 833km (517 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 13h 55m | €195($195) | twice a week | 952km (591 miles) |
| Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus | 20h 20m | €125($125) | 3 times a week | 833km (518 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 15h 45m | €235($235) | once a week | 1,098km (682 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Samos
Ferry operators
KTEL Kerkyras
Hellenic Seaways
Kerkyra Lines
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Sky Express
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
KTEL Thesprotias
Train operators
Airports near Samos
The following major airports near Samos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Samos International Airport (SMI)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Samos
Leros Airport (LRS)
- Distance
- 23km (15 miles) from Samos
Ikaria Airport (JIK)
- Distance
- 43km (27 miles) from Samos