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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Mytilene
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$67
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$70
Fastest journey on Sep 19
13 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
15 h 10 m
Ferries on Sep 19
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Mytilene is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Mytilene will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 ferries from Athens to Mytilene, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 15 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest ferries will take 16 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:00 PM16h30Athens4:30 AMMytilene$671One-way0 transfers- 4:00 PM13h50Athens5:50 AMMytilene$741One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM13h50Athens5:50 AMMytilene$741One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM16h30Athens4:30 AMMytilene$671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Mytilene
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Mytilene among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price | $263 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 14m Average total duration 12h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Mytilene:
A ferry is $93 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Mytilene costing on average $158 (€129).
Other travel options to Mytilene take longer:
Ferry takes on average 12h 14m.
Athens to Mytilene Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:59PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 8h46 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 11h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 16h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 13h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 16h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Mytilene ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Mytilene ferries for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 16h30 | 7:30 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NISSOS SAMOS | 8:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 13h50 | 9:50 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Mytilene by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Athens to Mytilene ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Mytilene.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Mytilene.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Mytilene.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Mytilene
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Ferries from Athens to Mytilene run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 9h 50m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Mytilene are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 9h 50m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to MytileneYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Mytilene with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Mytilene
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Mytilene by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mytilene, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Mytilene
Most Athens to Mytilene ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Mytilene port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Mytilene ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Mytilene leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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