Ferry from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos)
50m to 2h 10m · 2 operators
Fourni to Karlovassi at a glance
Ferries from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 00:55 and the latest is 23:40. The crossing takes between 50m and 2h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Sea Gem Maritime Company. There are sailings on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Fourni to Karlovassi Route Map
Fourni to Karlovassi on Samos takes anywhere from fifty minutes to a bit over two hours, depending on the boat and the calls it makes. Blue Star Ferries run the Blue Star Myconos on the longer conventional service, while Sea Gem Maritime Company's Megalochari handles the smaller local sailings. Either way it is one of the more useful short hops in this corner of the Aegean.
Karlovassi is the second town and port of Samos, on the north coast west of the capital. It has a working-town feel with a university presence, and splits into Old and New Karlovassi. It is a practical base for the island's western beaches and the hiking country inland, with bus links along the north coast.
Sailings run about once a day across the two operators, which is frequent by Fourni standards. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below. From Karlovassi there are onward connections to Piraeus, Ikaria and the northern Aegean islands.
Fourni to Karlovassi Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Fourni to Karlovassi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 00:55 | 01:45 | 50m | now to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 07:00 | 09:10 | 2h 10m | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | 2026-09-20 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | 2026-09-19 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Sea Gem Maritime Company | Megalochari conventional | 17:00 | 18:50 | 1h 50m | 2026-09-25 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Megalochari sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 23:40 | 00:30 | 50m | 2026-09-18 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Fourni to Karlovassi between 2 October 2026 and 15 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 17:00 | 18:50 | 1h 50m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Fri 2026-10-02 | 23:40 | 00:30 | 50m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-03 | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Tue 2026-10-06 | 07:00 | 09:10 | 2h 10m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Wed 2026-10-07 | 00:55 | 01:45 | 50m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-08 | 07:00 | 09:10 | 2h 10m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 17:00 | 18:50 | 1h 50m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 23:40 | 00:30 | 50m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 17:00 | 18:35 | 1h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 08:00 | 09:35 | 1h 35m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Tue 2026-10-13 | 07:00 | 09:10 | 2h 10m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
| Wed 2026-10-14 | 00:55 | 01:45 | 50m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-15 | 07:00 | 09:10 | 2h 10m | Megalochari | Sea Gem Maritime Company |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Fourni to Karlovassi?
Ferries from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Fourni to Karlovassi today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) today. Departure times: 17:00 and 23:40.
How many ferries run from Fourni to Karlovassi this week?
7 sailings from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Fridays.
What time is the first ferry from Fourni to Karlovassi?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) usually leaves at 08:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 00:55 to 23:40.
How long is the ferry from Fourni to Karlovassi?
The fastest crossing from Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) takes 50m and the slowest 2h 10m. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 50m and Sea Gem Maritime Company 1h 35m to 2h 10m.
Which ferry companies operate the Fourni to Karlovassi route?
The Fourni to Karlovassi (Samos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Sea Gem Maritime Company. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Fourni to Karlovassi ferry
- If you are travelling with large or heavy bags, load them onto the vessel first and then find your seat, rather than struggling through corridors with luggage in tow.
- Travel insurance covering ferry cancellations due to weather is worth considering if your trip depends on reaching a specific island on a specific date.
- If you are travelling in winter, a compact rain jacket and a warm mid-layer are essential – the on-deck temperature can drop significantly on overnight crossings.
- The return trip on a day-trip short hop is usually the most crowded – the late afternoon ferry from a popular beach island fills fast in summer.
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