Plan the crossing from Alexandroupolis to Samothrace, with departure-port details, Fast Ferries and onward travel after arrival.
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Alexandroupolis–Samothrace is part of Fast Ferries’ current 2026 Greek network. The published 2026 timetable includes Alexandroupolis 09:00 to Samothrace 10:50, with additional sailings on selected days. The operator currently publishes daily departures in the current Fast Ferries programme. Treat these timings as planning guidance and use the live booking result for the exact departure, intermediate calls and arrival time on your travel date.
This service uses a conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry. Cars and foot passengers can travel subject to availability, and the larger ship format provides indoor lounges, deck space and food service. On a crossing of about 1 hour 50 minutes, reserved seating or cabin accommodation can be worthwhile where offered, particularly for later-day or overnight journeys.
At Samothrace, the ferry arrives at Kamariotissa Ferry Port. Samothrace ferries arrive at Kamariotissa on the west coast. It is the island’s transport hub, with accommodation, food and road connections toward Chora, Paleopoli, Therma and the north-coast trailheads. If your itinerary continues to another island, check connection times carefully because weather, seasonal schedules and multi-stop routing can alter the practical transfer window.
Look beyond the headline fare when comparing Alexandroupolis to Samothrace. Departure time, ticket flexibility and the transfer after arrival can make a different sailing more convenient overall.
Timetables can change between seasons and weekdays. Check the live result for the exact sailing date, vessel and check-in requirement before arranging tightly timed onward plans.
Travelling the other way? Read the Samothrace to Alexandroupolis ferry guide.
Compare the exact vessel, journey time, boarding instructions and onboard facilities before choosing your sailing.
Fast Ferries
Representative crossing time: about 1 hour 50 minutes
Fast Ferries publishes the Alexandroupolis–Samothrace connection in its current 2026 network, with daily departures in the current Fast Ferries programme. The live booking result confirms the exact vessel, departure time and calling pattern.
Check the current ticket for the correct gate, terminal instructions and operator check-in deadline before travelling.
Alexandroupolis is the mainland gateway for this North Aegean service. The passenger harbour is close to the city centre; confirm the exact berth and check-in instructions on the current ticket before travel.
Samothrace ferries arrive at Kamariotissa on the west coast. It is the island’s transport hub, with accommodation, food and road connections toward Chora, Paleopoli, Therma and the north-coast trailheads.
The Alexandroupolis–Samothrace journey uses a conventional Fast Ferries vessel, so compare seating, cabin availability, food service and vehicle arrangements for the exact departure.
Cabin availability depends on the vessel and sailing. On a journey of about 1 hour 50 minutes, a private cabin or reserved seat may materially improve comfort.
Large conventional ferries normally provide café, bar or restaurant options, but the exact outlets depend on the ship assigned to your sailing.
Passenger-and-vehicle ferries serve this route. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early for busy summer departures.
Pet accommodation and designated areas depend on the vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check the current documentation and onboard rules.
The assigned vessel can change. Treat the live booking result and current operator information as definitive for facilities, accessibility, vehicle carriage and pet arrangements.
This is a domestic Greek ferry route, but passengers still need accurate booking details and accepted identification. Vehicle travellers should carry normal registration and insurance documents, while cabin passengers should confirm berth type and boarding instructions before reaching Piraeus.
Use the same passenger name as your accepted identification and keep the document ready with the e-ticket.
Enter accurate vehicle dimensions and carry normal registration and insurance documents when travelling with a car or motorcycle.
Allow time to find the correct gate, load vehicles if applicable and settle into the assigned seat or cabin before departure.
Samothrace ferries arrive at Kamariotissa on the west coast. It is the island’s transport hub, with accommodation, food and road connections toward Chora, Paleopoli, Therma and the north-coast trailheads.
The current Fast Ferries network makes Samothrace useful both as a destination and, on suitable dates, as part of a wider island-hopping itinerary. Always check whether your chosen onward connection is direct and how much transfer time the timetable leaves.
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The representative published 2026 Fast Ferries schedule used for this guide is about 1 hour 50 minutes. Exact timings can change by date and calling pattern.
Fast Ferries publishes the Alexandroupolis–Samothrace route in its current 2026 network. Check the live booking result for the exact vessel and departure.
Current Fast Ferries information shows daily departures in the current Fast Ferries programme. Frequency varies by season and operational changes.
Yes, the conventional Fast Ferries vessels used on these routes carry vehicles, subject to garage availability and correct vehicle booking.
Yes. Foot passengers are accepted; keep your ticket and identification ready and follow the boarding time shown for your sailing.
Cabin availability depends on the assigned vessel. Dionisios Solomos and Adamantios Korais provide passenger accommodation suitable for longer conventional-ferry journeys.
Fast Ferries accepts pets under its current travel rules. Declare the pet when booking and follow the vessel-specific accommodation and movement requirements.
Allow generous time before departure, especially with a vehicle. Follow the operator deadline on your booking and arrive earlier during busy summer travel periods.
Samothrace to Alexandroupolis ferry guide covers the opposite departure port, arrival arrangements and onward connections.
Use the terminal or pier named on your Fast Ferries confirmation. The published departure is the sailing time; check-in and vehicle acceptance close earlier. If reaching Alexandroupolis by train or bus, allow for the transfer from the station to the harbour and for luggage handling.
Arrival at Kamariotissa Main bus and taxi hub for the island Road connections to Chora, Paleopoli and Therma
Build your itinerary around the sailing you select: include the journey to Samothrace’s terminal, boarding time and any connection after arrival. When the outward and return crossings use different ports, compare both transfers before choosing accommodation or arranging a collection.
Start your onward itinerary at the actual landing point in Samothrace. Leave time to unload before a timed collection, train or island bus. If the ferry arrives late in the day, check the final public-transport departure or arrange a transfer in advance.
Allow for the overland journey to Alexandroupolis before choosing the ferry. A separately booked flight, train or earlier crossing may not protect you if you miss check-in. Use local times on both sides and check entry rules for each country on your full itinerary. Travel within Europe is not automatically free of document checks.
Greek island ferries are normally an onward stage after reaching Greece by air or by road and an Adriatic crossing. Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio are separate Athens-area ports, and an airport connection needs time for travel and ferry check-in.
Select the correct passenger category before comparing Alexandroupolis to Samothrace fares. A passenger-only boat cannot take a car, and a vehicle ferry may still have limited bicycle or foot-passenger availability. The travel modes shown in the facts panel should be checked against the specific sailing.
For a vehicle booking, give the full height and length including a roof box, rear rack or trailer. Where accommodation is offered, check whether a cabin or seat is required and whether meals are included. Request mobility assistance and any pet space before completing the booking, because these can have separate capacity limits.
Prices depend on the date, passenger mix, vehicle and ticket conditions. Compare the complete return cost and the amendment or cancellation terms. No fixed fare on this guide should replace a dated quote.
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