Karlovasi to Lesbos ferry

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karlovasi to Lesbos

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$27

Average price

$27

Fastest journey

5 h 46 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

168 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karlovasi to Lesbos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Karlovasi to Lesbos will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Karlovasi for Lesbos on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 168 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .

On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 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.

Blue Star Ferries
08:59PM5h46
Karlovasi
02:45AMLesbos
$271One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
04:45PM6h00
Karlovasi
10:45PMLesbos
$271One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Karlovasi to Lesbos

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Karlovasi to Lesbos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €87.

Distance: 90 nautical miles (168 km)

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€19

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€165

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7h 13m

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6h 13m

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11h 7m

Average total duration

8h 7m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Karlovasi to Lesbos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Karlovasi to Lesbos ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 2:03 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blue_star_ferries4:45 PM Karlovasi
6h00
10:45 PM Lesbos0 transfersDirect
blue_star_ferries8:59 PM Karlovasi
5h46
2:45 AM Lesbos0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Karlovasi to Lesbos by flight or ferry

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Karlovasi to Lesbos

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
90 nautical miles (168 km)
Average sailing duration
6h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$21 (€18)
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Fastest ferry
5h 30m
First ferry
01:30
Last ferry
20:30

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Karlovasi to Lesbos start from as low as $21 (€18) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $23 (€19) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Ferry from Karlovasi to Lesbos

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovasi to Lesbos 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 Lesbos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) can start from as little as $21 (€18) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) is $24 (€20); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time to Lesbos (Island) from Karlovasi is on average 6 h   for the 104 mile (167 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Karlovasi and Lesbos (Island) by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) leaves at 4: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) leaves at 11: 00 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island).
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island).
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) as it is a vehicle only route.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Karlovassi, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Mytilene, located 27.3 miles (44 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Karlovasi to Lesbos (Island) is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlovasi and Lesbos (Island) including taking a flight or ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Karlovasi to Lesbos

Karlovasi
Lesbos
Amenities at port
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Eftaliotou Street, Exit to Port
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kalnterimi (0.3km)
  • To Kastro (0.5km)
  • Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Lesvos Taxi and Mytilene Taxi Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Mytilene
  • Bus Line 1, Stop: Mytilene Port

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