Vathi – Thessaloniki
Ferries to Greece
Vathi – Thessaloniki
Ferries to Greece
Hellenic Seaways provides the ferry from Vathi to Thessaloniki. Vathi Thessaloniki ferries cost between 42€ and 574€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Vathi Thessaloniki ferries.
Vathi Thessaloniki ferries typically depart at 02:20.
The Vathi Thessaloniki ferry trip can take around 16 hours 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 16 hours 30 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 1 weekly sailing from Vathi to Thessaloniki provided by Hellenic Seaways.
Vathi Thessaloniki ferry prices typically range between 42€* and 574€*. The average price is typically 82€*. The cheapest Vathi Thessaloniki ferry prices start from 42€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 80€*. The average price for a car is 495€*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 April 2025.
The distance between Vathi to Thessaloniki is approximately 331.9 miles (534.1km) or 288.4 nautical miles.
Yes, Hellenic Seaways ferries allow cars on board ferries between Vathi and Thessaloniki. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Vathi and Thessaloniki.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Hellenic Seaways ferries between Vathi and Thessaloniki.
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Vathi to Thessaloniki.
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| Vathi - Thessaloniki Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | 113 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 18h 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 16h 5m | |
| First Ferry | 02:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 15:45 | |
| Distance | 288 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
The town of Vathi is located on the Greek island of Samos, which lies in the north Aegean Sea, and is the island's largest town and capital. The town was built around a large bay and is full of Aegean colour and atmosphere which is just as well as tourism is the town's main source of income. The town is also home to one of three ports on the island and is located in the centre of the eastern part of the bay which is also called Vathi. Limin Vatheos or Kato Vathi, as the locals call it, is the most lively place on the island, especially during the summer tourist season. There have been many archaeological finds on the island that bear testament to the island's past. Popular with tourists is the historic church of Agios Spyridon, the building that housed the Parliament, the Town Hall and the Archaeological and the Byzantine Museum which are all evidence of the historic past of the island.
From the town's port, ferry services operate to the Greek mainland and to many other Greek islands with conventional and high speed ferries. Destinations include Piraeus, Icaria, Chios, Mytiline, the Cyclades, the islands of the North Aegean and the Dodecanese Islands.
The Greek city of Thessaloniki is located in northern Greece and is the second largest city in Greece after Athens, the Greek capital, and is widely regarded as being the cultural capital of Greece. The city is also known as Salonica and is the perfect destination to be treated to luxuries such as excellent shopping, fine dining, a lively nightlife, some good museums and a good selection of concerts and other events, especially during the summer months. Popular attractions in the city include the historical White Tower, the Byzantine city walls, traditional Greek architecture and its picturesque waterfront that is lined with cafes and shops.
Although Thessaloniki may be an archaeological city with a number of ancient sites, it is also conveniently located to some lovely beaches, which often include a good selection of water sports. Most beaches are just a short drive away, and are clustered around the Thermaikos Gulf, with the most popular beaches being Angelochori, Aretsou, Galaxias, Nea Michaniona, Perea Beach and Platania, amongst others.
