The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lesbos to Ikaria
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 51 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lesbos to Ikaria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lesbos to Ikaria will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Lesbos for Ikaria every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 04 Jun the direct ferries cover the 186 km distance in an average of 8 h 51 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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.
4:409h00Lesbos13:40Ikaria£191One-way0 changes
4:109h05Lesbos13:15Ikaria£191One-way0 changes
23:408h15Lesbos7:55Ikaria£211One-way0 changes
3:109h05Lesbos12:15Ikaria£211One-way0 changes
23:408h15Lesbos7:55Ikaria£211One-way0 changes
4:409h00Lesbos13:40Ikaria£191One-way0 changes
4:109h05Lesbos13:15Ikaria£191One-way0 changes
3:109h05Lesbos12:15Ikaria£211One-way0 changes
Lesbos to Ikaria Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:10 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 9h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:10 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 9h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 19:05 | Duration 9h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:40 | Arrival Time 07:55 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:25 | Arrival Time 22:30 | Duration 6h05 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 00:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 22:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:40 | Arrival Time 02:20 | Duration 8h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Lesbos to Ikaria ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lesbos to Ikaria ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:10 Lesbos | 9h05 | 12:15 Ikaria | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:10 Lesbos | 9h05 | 13:15 Ikaria | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:40 Lesbos | 9h00 | 13:40 Ikaria | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lesbos to Ikaria
Ferries from Lesbos to Ikaria run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest ferry covers the 100 nautical miles (186 km) distance in 8h 15m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 100 nautical miles (186 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 8h 15m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Lesbos to Ikaria ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lesbos to Ikaria 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 Ikaria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Lesbos and Ikaria
- 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
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Ouzeri Taverna (0.4km)
- Restaurant Kritikos (0.6km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Ikaria Transfer Services.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Agios Kirykos stop
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
- Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Evdilos stop
