The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Lemnos
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 3 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Lemnos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Lemnos will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Athens for Lemnos every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Jun the direct ferries cover the 247 km distance in an average of 9 h 3 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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.
19:459h15Athens5:00Lemnos£261One-way0 changes
18:459h15Athens4:00Lemnos£261One-way0 changes
20:308h40Athens5:10Lemnos£291One-way0 changes
20:308h40Athens5:10Lemnos£291One-way0 changes
19:459h15Athens5:00Lemnos£261One-way0 changes
18:459h15Athens4:00Lemnos£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Lemnos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Lemnos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 133 nautical miles (247 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Lemnos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 21h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 20:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 05:10 | Duration 8h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 19:45 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 21:55 | Arrival Time 06:25 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 22:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 07:20 | Duration 12h50 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 15:10 | Duration 23h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Lemnos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Lemnos ferries for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AQUA BLUE | 18:30 Lavrio | 12h50 | 7:20 Port Myrina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Lemnos by ferry or flight
Compare ferry and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Athens to Lemnos ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Lemnos.
- 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 Seajets with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Lemnos.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Lemnos.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Lemnos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Lemnos
Ferries from Athens to Lemnos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 133 nautical miles (247 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Lemnos are available to foot passengers.


Distance 133 nautical miles (247 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 1:05 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries from Athens to LemnosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Lemnos with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Lemnos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Lemnos 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 Lemnos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Lemnos
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
- To Perivoli (0.5km)
- Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
- 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
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
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