How to travel from Zakynthos to Samos, Greece
The distance between Zakynthos and Samos is around 550km (342 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Zakynthos to Samos by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Samos → Zakynthos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Samos (SMI).
- Duration2h 20m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost€165($165)
3 similiar routes
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Ferry via Athens
Take a ferry to Athens, Mykonos, Evdilos then Karlovasi and then to Vathy Samou.
- Duration12h 15m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€260($260)
Multiple ferry operators
4 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zakynthos and Samos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Zakynthos to Samos by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €90 ($90) and will take around 17h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €165 ($165).
The distance between Zakynthos and Samos is around 550km (342 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 530km (329 miles)
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Zakynthos and Samos by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Zakynthos to Samos is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Zakynthos and Samos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €90 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Zakynthos and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Zakynthos and Samos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Samos (SMI). instead which will take 2h 20m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Zakynthos and Samos. The ferry typically takes around 13hrs and departs twice a week.
KTEL Zakythos, Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Zakynthos and Samos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 13hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Zakynthos and Samos. Flights depart from Zakinthos (ZTH) and arrive at Samos (SMI) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Zakynthos to Samos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Zakynthos to Samos typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Zakinthos (ZTH) 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 Zakynthos to Samos. We recommend that you fly from Zakinthos (ZTH) to Chios (JKH) then take a ferry to Vathy Samou. instead which will take 4h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zakynthos to Samos is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around €255 ($255).
Compare travel optionsbetween Zakynthos and Samos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 2h 20m | €165($165) | every 4 hours | 550km (342 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 4h 40m | €255($255) | twice a week | 583km (362 miles) |
| Fly to Ikaria Island (JIK), Ferry | 5h 20m | €255($255) | twice a week | 577km (359 miles) |
| Fly to Naxos Is (JNX), ferry | 7h 10m | €370($370) | twice a week | 712km (442 miles) |
Ferry via Athens + 4 similar | 12h 15m | €260($260) | twice a week | 745km (463 miles) |
| Ferry | 13hrs | €165($165) | twice a week | 745km (463 miles) |
| Ferry via Athens | 17h 10m | €90($90) | 3 times a week | 643km (399 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 17h 10m | €95($95) | 3 times a week | 643km (399 miles) |
| Ferry to Thessaloniki, bus | 1 day 2h | €160($160) | once a week | 1,792km (1,114 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Zakynthos and Samos
Ferry operators
Fast Ferries
KTEL Zakythos
Hellenic Seaways
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
Alpar Turizm
Kamil Koc
MetroTurizm
Airlines
Sky Express
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