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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lesbos to Thessaloniki

Showing times and prices for 01 Dec

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

13 h 5 m

Average duration

13 h 5 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

323 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lesbos to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lesbos to Thessaloniki will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £32.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Lesbos for Thessaloniki every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon 01 Dec the direct ferries cover the 323 km distance in an average of 13 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .

The slowest ferries will take 13 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.

Blue Star Ferries
18:0013h05
Lesbos
07:05Thessaloniki
£321One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Lesbos to Thessaloniki

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lesbos to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £49.

Distance: 174 nautical miles (323 km)

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£33

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Cheapest

£112

Average Price

10h 3m

Average total duration

9h 3m

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Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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3h 0m

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Lesbos to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
08:45
Arrival Time
18:50
Duration
10h05
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Lesbos to Thessaloniki ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Lesbos to Thessaloniki ferries for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 05:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS06:45 Mytilene
10h05
16:50 Port of Thessaloniki0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Lesbos to Thessaloniki

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Ferries from Lesbos to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, 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 Lesbos to Thessaloniki are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Distance
174 nautical miles (323 km)
Average sailing duration
9h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
10h 5m
First ferry
00:30
Last ferry
23:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Lesbos to ThessalonikiYou can travel by ferry between Lesbos to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 5m
Cheapest Price
£32
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

Seajets

About
Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£64
Seajets frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations allowed up to 24 hours before departure with fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and bar available with snacks and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Basic cabins available on longer routes
Car on board

FAQs: Lesbos to Thessaloniki ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lesbos to Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki is £48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki ferry time is 7 h 10 min   covering the 200 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki leaves at 04: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki leaves at 23: 45.
There are 2 ferries a day from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki is possible with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki is possible with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki, you can count on Blue Star Ferries or Seajets for the best way to get you to Thessaloniki. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Thessaloniki from Lesbos (Island) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Mytilene, which is located around 27.3 miles (44 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Thessaloniki, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Lesbos (Island) to Thessaloniki by ferry is June.
You have options as you can travel to Thessaloniki from Lesbos (Island) 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Lesbos and Thessaloniki

Lesbos
Thessaloniki
The major port for departures in Lesbos is Mytilene. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Mytilene for your trip from Lesbos to Thessaloniki.
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Eftaliotou Street, Exit to Port
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kalnterimi (0.3km)
  • To Kastro (0.5km)
  • Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Lesvos Taxi and Mytilene Taxi Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Mytilene
  • Bus Line 1, Stop: Mytilene Port

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