The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Mytilene
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Mytilene is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Mytilene will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Piraeus for Mytilene on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 285 km distance in an average of 12 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 12 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Mytilene
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Mytilene 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 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €45.
Distance: 153 nautical miles (285 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price |
13h 41m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Piraeus to Mytilene ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Mytilene ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Piraeus | 13h50 | 6:50 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Mytilene
Ferries from Piraeus to Mytilene run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 41m. 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 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 153 nautical miles (285 km) distance in 11h 50m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Mytilene are available to foot passengers.


Distance 153 nautical miles (285 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 11h 50m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways from Piraeus to MytileneYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Mytilene with Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways 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 Mytilene
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Mytilene, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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