Ferries from Alexandroupoli: routes & destinations 2027

Which islands are connected to Alexandroupolis

Alexandroupolis is the northernmost ferry port on mainland Greece. It isn't a hub with dozens of destinations like Piraeus. It has two routes, both operated by Fast Ferries and usually served by the ship Adamantios Korais: Alexandroupolis – Samothrace and Alexandroupolis – Lemnos. The Lemnos service calls at Samothrace first, so in practice it is one journey with two stops.

Alexandroupolis – Samothrace

This is the main route. The crossing takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and the ship arrives at Kamariotissa. There are usually one or two sailings a day. The timetable changes by season and by day of the week. In autumn 2026, for example, departures from Alexandroupolis alternated between a morning sailing (08:00) and an afternoon one (15:00), depending on the day. So it isn't enough to remember "the morning ferry": check the exact date in the timetable table on this page.

In practical terms, a day trip is difficult. If the ship leaves in the morning, the return is usually in the afternoon or evening and you are left with only a few hours on the island. If it leaves in the afternoon, you will need to stay overnight.

Alexandroupolis – Lemnos

Lemnos is served less often, roughly three times a week (in autumn, on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays). The ship leaves in the morning, stops at Samothrace and reaches Myrina at around 13:00. The journey takes about 5 hours. The return sailing is on the same day from Lemnos, arriving in Alexandroupolis in the evening. If Lemnos is your destination, also look at the connections from Kavala or Thessaloniki with other companies. Depending on where you're travelling from, these are often more convenient.

How much does a ferry ticket cost

For Samothrace, prices depend on the season. As a guide, outside summer a passenger pays around €9–12, a car €39–47 and a motorcycle about €8. From June to August the prices rise to about €17–21 per passenger, €56–65 for a car and €14 for a motorcycle. These are ranges taken from published fares and may change. The final price always appears in the search results, with any applicable discounts (e.g. island residents, students, children). Lemnos costs more because of the distance, and the difference shows mainly in the vehicle fare.

When to book

• July–August, with a car: book as early as possible. Spaces on the car deck sell out, especially at weekends and around 15 August, a major Greek public holiday.
• As a foot passenger: you can usually find a seat even a few days before, but in summer it is safer to have a ticket in advance.
• Winter and shoulder seasons: there is less capacity and sailings are less frequent. Check the timetable for your day before booking a hotel.
• Weather: the Thracian Sea often has strong winds, and weather cancellations are possible. Don't book a flight for the same day as your return.

How to get to Alexandroupolis

From Thessaloniki the distance is about 300 km, and by car along the Egnatia Odos motorway it takes around 3 hours. From Athens it is about 800 km, or 8–9 hours' driving. The intercity bus (KTEL) from Thessaloniki takes about 4 hours. There is also a train from Thessaloniki, and the station is in the town centre. The airport is about 7 km from the centre and has flights from Athens. The city bus service to the airport is infrequent, so keep a taxi as a back-up.

Travel tips

• Arrive at the port at least 60–90 minutes before departure if you have a vehicle, and 30–45 minutes as a foot passenger. In summer, loading takes longer.
• Public transport on Samothrace is limited. If you want to see the waterfalls and natural rock pools, Chora and the Therma hot springs, a car or a rental will suit your plans much better.
• If you combine Samothrace and Lemnos, check the timetables in both directions before booking accommodation. The days don't always line up.
• Book your return on the same ticket when travelling with a vehicle, so you are sure of a place on the car deck.

Arrival ports

On Samothrace the ship docks at Kamariotissa, close to the cafés and tavernas of the small harbour village. Chora is a few kilometres away, high up in the hills. On Lemnos you arrive at Myrina, the island's main port.