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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Mytilene to Athens
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
14 h 10 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Mytilene to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mytilene to Athens will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Mytilene for Athens on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 16 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Mytilene to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Mytilene to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
14h 38m Average total duration 13h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Mytilene to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 16h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Mytilene to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Mytilene to Athens ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 PM Mytilene | 12h00 | 4:00 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 6:30 AM Mytilene | 16h20 | 10:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Mytilene to Athens
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Ferries from Mytilene to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 12h 0m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Mytilene to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 13h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 12h 0m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways from Mytilene to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Mytilene to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways for as low as $55 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Mytilene to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mytilene to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Mytilene, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Mytilene to Athens
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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