Alexandroupoli To Samothraki Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Alexandroupoli → Samothraki — this week
11 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 10:00
Alexandroupoli to Samothraki Ferry
Alexandroupoli to Samothraki -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Operators: Fast Ferries.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Alexandroupoli is a mainland port on Greece's northern Thracian coast, not an island stop, and this crossing is the main sea link out to Samothraki -- a mountainous, sparsely visited island that sits well off the usual island-hopping circuit in the north Aegean. The ferry heads out across open water for the best part of two hours before docking at Kamariotissa, Samothraki's low-key working harbour, a short drive from the island's villages. Because the island has no airport, this route (and its equivalent from the same port) carries most of the traffic on and off Samothraki, so it tends to see fishermen, hikers, campers and locals rather than the cruise-ship crowds you find further south. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates and departure times.
Expect up to two sailings a day at the height of summer, settling back to a single daily crossing once the peak weeks pass. The north Aegean here can turn choppy when the wind picks up, so it's worth checking conditions if you're prone to seasickness, though the route runs reliably through the published season.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 1.5 (1–2) |
| August | Yes | 1.6 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.1 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Alexandroupoli to Samothraki — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 1 | 16:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 10:00, 16:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 10:00, 16:00 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 16:00 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 08:00, 20:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 15:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 08:00, 20:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 1 | 16:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 10:00, 16:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 10:00, 16:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 16:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 08:00, 20:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 15:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 08:00, 20:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Alexandroupoli–Samothraki route is served by 1 company:
- Fast Ferries – approximately 1 hour 45 minutes
Tips for the Alexandroupoli–Samothraki Ferry
- If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
- The meltemi wind, a strong north-north-westerly, blows across the central and southern Aegean from roughly July through to early September.
- Luggage can be stored in the overhead racks inside the seating areas or along the corridors; there is no formal left-luggage system.
- Short crossings are less affected by meltemi conditions than longer open-sea routes – but sheltered routes between close neighbours are calmer than fully exposed ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki this week?
Around 11 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki?
The first departure is usually 10:00.
How long is the ferry from Alexandroupoli to Samothraki?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Alexandroupoli–Samothraki route?
The route is served by Fast Ferries.
Is it worth renting a car in Alexandroupoli?
The port sits about a kilometre from the centre, an easy walk, so you don't need a car just for the town. It becomes worthwhile once you want to get further out: Dadia Forest National Park, known for birds of prey, is about 45 minutes away, and the Evros coastline's beaches are easier reached with your own transport. Compare rental options at Discover Cars.