The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
15 h 10 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Lesbos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Lesbos will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Lesbos on Sun, Mar 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct ferries cover the 272 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 Sun, Mar 08 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.




Piraeus to Lesbos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 17h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 13h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Piraeus to Lesbos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Lesbos ferries for today, Friday, March 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR PAROS | 1:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 17h50 | 6:50 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
ARIADNE | 6:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 13h50 | 7:50 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos
Ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. 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 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 12h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 146 nautical miles (272 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 12h 15m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 22:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to LesbosYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Piraeus to Lesbos
- 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Kalnterimi (0.3km)
- To Kastro (0.5km)
- Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lesvos Taxi and Mytilene Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Mytilene Port
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