Ferry from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos)
1h 10m to 3h 15m · from €16.00 · 2 operators
Arki to Pythagorio at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 10:15 and the latest is 15:00. The crossing takes between 1h 10m and 3h 15m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 August 2027.
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 28 August 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Arki to Pythagorio Route Map
Arki to Pythagorio takes just over an hour on the Dodekanisos Pride catamaran, or up to a bit over three hours on the Saonisos of SAOS Ferries, which is a conventional ferry on a longer routing. It is a northbound hop from the small Dodecanese islands up to Samos, and the crossing is short by Aegean standards. Arki is a brief call, so be at the quay early.
Pythagorio is a small, low-key harbour town on the south coast of Samos, named for the island's most famous son. The harbour is a mix of fishing boats and yachts with Logothetis Castle looking down on it, and it is more relaxed than the main port at Vathy. The ancient Heraion and the UNESCO-listed Eupalinos tunnel are both close by.
Between the two operators there is a sailing most days in season, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €16. Note that ferry options from Pythagorio are more limited than from Vathy, so for onward mainline connections you may need to cross the island.
Arki to Pythagorio Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €16.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Arki to Pythagorio Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-11 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 10:15 | 13:30 | 3h 15m | 2026-10-12 to 2026-10-12 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| SAOS Ferries | Saonisos conventional | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | 2026-10-16 to 2026-10-18 | Book the Saonisos sailing | ||
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 14:55 | 16:05 | 1h 10m | €16.00 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | €16.00 | 2027-05-15 to 2027-08-28 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:05 | 1h 05m | €16.00 | 2027-03-02 to 2027-04-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 15:00 | 16:05 | 1h 05m | €16.00 | 2027-04-17 to 2027-05-08 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 16:45 | 18:00 | 1h 15m | €16.00 | 2027-04-15 to 2027-08-26 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Pythagorio?
Yes, several agencies have offices right in Pythagorio, and more are based just 3km away at Samos airport on the same south coast, about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. A car is worth having to reach the north coast and inland villages, since bus coverage on Samos is limited outside the main towns. Compare local prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Arki to Pythagorio between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-03 | 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-08 | 14:55 | 16:05 | 1h 10m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 15:00 | 16:20 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 10:15 | 12:35 | 2h 20m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 10:15 | 13:30 | 3h 15m | Saonisos | SAOS Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-15 | 14:55 | 16:05 | 1h 10m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio?
Ferries from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 August 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Arki to Pythagorio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) today. Departure time: 10:15.
How many ferries run from Arki to Pythagorio this week?
5 sailings from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
Scheduled departures from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) leave at 10:15, 14:55 and 15:00.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Pythagorio?
The fastest crossing from Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) takes 1h 10m and the slowest 3h 15m. On this route conventional ferries take 2h 20m to 3h 15m and high-speed vessels take 1h 10m to 1h 20m.
How much does the Arki to Pythagorio ferry cost?
Published fares for the Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) ferry start from €16.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Arki to Pythagorio route?
The Arki to Pythagorio (Samos) route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Arki to Pythagorio ferry
- For larger vessels and busy routes, aim to arrive 45–60 minutes early to allow time for vehicle loading queues.
- The cost of short inter-island ferry tickets in the Cyclades is generally very affordable; island-hopping by short hop is one of the cheapest ways to travel in Greece.
- On busy summer short hops, the return sailing can fill up – book your return ticket at the same time as your outward ticket to guarantee a place.
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