The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 33 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thessaloniki to Mytilene is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Mytilene will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Mytilene on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct ferries cover the 352 km distance in an average of 10 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 5 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.
9:55 PM11h05Thessaloniki9:00 AMMytilene$451One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM10h05Thessaloniki5:35 AMMytilene$451One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM10h55Thessaloniki8:25 AMMytilene$491One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM10h05Thessaloniki4:35 AMMytilene$501One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM10h05Thessaloniki5:35 AMMytilene$451One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM10h05Thessaloniki4:35 AMMytilene$501One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM10h55Thessaloniki8:25 AMMytilene$491One-way0 transfers
9:55 PM11h05Thessaloniki9:00 AMMytilene$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Mytilene among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 190 nautical miles (352 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price |
10h 7m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Thessaloniki to Mytilene:
A ferry is $118 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Thessaloniki to Mytilene costing on average $164 (€135).
Other travel options to Mytilene take longer:
Ferry takes on average 9h 7m.
Thessaloniki to Mytilene Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 10h55 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 10h05 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 10h05 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 13h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Mytilene ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Mytilene ferries for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Thessaloniki | 10h05 | 4:35 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Thessaloniki | 10h05 | 5:35 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Thessaloniki | 10h55 | 8:25 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Thessaloniki | 11h05 | 9:00 AM Mytilene | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Thessaloniki to Mytilene by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Thessaloniki to Mytilene ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Thessaloniki to Mytilene.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Thessaloniki to Mytilene.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Thessaloniki to Mytilene.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Thessaloniki to Mytilene.
Offers and deals from Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Thessaloniki to Mytilene and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Mytilene run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. 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 04:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 190 nautical miles (352 km) distance in 10h 5m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Thessaloniki to Mytilene are available to foot passengers.


Distance 190 nautical miles (352 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 10h 5m |
First ferry 4:50 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Thessaloniki to MytileneYou can travel by ferry between Thessaloniki to Mytilene 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
Seajets
FAQs: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Thessaloniki to Mytilene
Most Thessaloniki to Mytilene ferries use the Port of Thessaloniki to Mytilene port pair. Use this guide to compare Thessaloniki and Mytilene ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Thessaloniki port do ferries to Mytilene leave from?
Getting to Port of Thessaloniki from Thessaloniki city centre
Port of Thessaloniki is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Thessaloniki port facilities and services
Port of Thessaloniki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kitchen Bar (0.3km), Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km), Full tou Meze (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the passenger terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Thessaloniki.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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