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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesbos
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
13 h 5 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thessaloniki to Lesbos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Lesbos will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Lesbos on Sun, Jan 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct ferries cover the 323 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest ferries will take 13 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 flight and ferry for Thessaloniki to Lesbos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Lesbos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €65.
Distance: 174 nautical miles (323 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
10h 49m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Lesbos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Lesbos ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM Thessaloniki | 13h05 | 2:05 AM Lesbos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Thessaloniki | 13h15 | 5:15 AM Lesbos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Lesbos
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Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesbos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 49m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 174 nautical miles (323 km) distance in 10h 5m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesbos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 174 nautical miles (323 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 10h 5m |
First ferry 08:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Thessaloniki to Lesbos start from as low as $45 (€37) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $45 (€37) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Thessaloniki to Lesbos with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 10h 5m but the average duration is 9h 49m
Train Operators
- Travel from Thessaloniki to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries and Seajets
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Thessaloniki and arrive in Mytilene
- First train typically departs at 08:15 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Thessaloniki to LesbosYou can travel by ferry between Thessaloniki to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as $45 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
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FAQs: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Lesbos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Thessaloniki, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Thessaloniki to Lesbos
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office- 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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