How to travel from Paros to Samos, Greece

The distance between Paros and Samos is around 286km (178 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Paros 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 Paros (PAS) to Samos (SMI).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others

3 similiar routes

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Ferry via Mykonos

Take a ferry to Mykonos, Evdilos then Karlovasi and then to Vathy Samou.

  • Duration4h 60m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €155($155)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Paros and Samos

There are several options for getting from Paros to Samos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €58 ($58) and will take around 5h 45m. 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 €145 ($145).

The distance between Paros and Samos is around 286km (178 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 161km (100 miles)

It takes around 5h 45m to get from Paros and Samos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Paros to Samos is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €145 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Paros and Samos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €58 ($58) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Paros and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Paros (PAS) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Paros and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Paros (PAS) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 35m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Paros and Samos. The ferry typically takes around 5h 45m and departs twice a week.

Golden Star Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Paros and Samos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 5h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Paros and Samos. Flights depart from Paros (PAS) and arrive at Samos (SMI) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Paros 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 Paros to Samos typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Paros (PAS) 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 Paros to Samos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Vathy Samou. instead which will take 5h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Paros to Samos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around €58 ($58).

How do I get from Paros to Samos

Compare travel optionsbetween Paros and Samos

Transport options from Paros to Samos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
2h 35m
€145($145)
every 20 mins440km (273 miles)
Ferry and Plane2h 45m
€225($225)
every 20 mins470km (292 miles)
Ferry to Mykonos, Fly3h 10m
€100($100)
once daily467km (290 miles)
Plane and Ferry4h 40m
€220($220)
twice a week472km (293 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos + 1 similar
4h 60m
€155($155)
twice a week286km (178 miles)
Ferry5h 45m
€58($58)
twice a week286km (178 miles)

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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