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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Mytilene
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 28 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Mytilene is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Mytilene will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £49.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Mytilene every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 03 Aug the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 11 h 28 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
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.
NISSOS SAMOS20:0012h15Port of Piraeus8:15Mytilene£491One-way0 changes- ARIADNE3:3010h40Port of Piraeus14:10Mytilene£491One-way0 changes
- ARIADNE3:3010h40Port of Piraeus14:10Mytilene£491One-way0 changes
- NISSOS SAMOS20:0012h15Port of Piraeus8:15Mytilene£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Mytilene
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Mytilene among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
13h 36m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Mytilene Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 00:40 | Duration 13h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 10h41 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 13h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 14:10 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 11h10 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Mytilene ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Mytilene ferries for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARIADNE | 23:59 Port of Piraeus | 10h41 | 10:40 Mytilene | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
| ARIADNE | 3:30 Port of Piraeus | 10h40 | 14:10 Mytilene | 0 changesdirect | |
| NISSOS SAMOS | 20:00 Port of Piraeus | 12h15 | 8:15 Mytilene | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens 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 Athens to Mytilene.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Mytilene.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Mytilene
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Ferries from Athens to Mytilene run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 8h 46m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Mytilene are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 8h 46m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways from Athens to MytileneYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Mytilene with Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Athens to Mytilene ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens 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
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Mytilene
Most Athens to Mytilene ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Mytilene port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Mytilene ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Mytilene leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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