How to travel from Naxos to Samos, Greece

The distance between Naxos and Samos is around 277km (172 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Naxos 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 Naxos Is (JNX) to Samos (SMI).

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €175($175)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Vathy Samou.

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €130($130)
Operated by

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Samos

There are several options for getting from Naxos to Samos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €75 ($75) and will take around 7h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €175 ($175).

The distance between Naxos and Samos is around 277km (172 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 140km (87 miles)

It takes around 5h 15m to get from Naxos and Samos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Naxos to Samos is to fly which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx €175 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Samos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €75 ($75) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 1h 60m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 1h 60m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Samos. The ferry typically takes around 5h 15m and departs twice a week.

Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Naxos and Samos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 5h 15m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naxos and Samos. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Samos (SMI) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Naxos to Samos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naxos to Samos typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) 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 Naxos to Samos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Vathy Samou. instead which will take 5h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Samos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 15m and will usually cost around €130 ($130).

How do I get from Naxos to Samos

Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Samos

Transport options from Naxos to Samos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
1h 60m
€175($175)
every 4 hours438km (272 miles)
Plane and Ferry4h 15m
€255($255)
twice a week471km (293 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
5h 15m
€130($130)
twice a week277km (172 miles)
Ferry via Tinos7h 40m
€75($75)
once a week311km (193 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Naxos and Samos

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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