The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lesbos to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
323 km
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 £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £35.
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 Sat 28 Feb the direct ferries cover the 323 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
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.
BLUE STAR PAROS
BLUE STAR PAROSTravel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Lesbos to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the flight 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 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 174 nautical miles (323 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Lesbos to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:35 | Arrival Time 20:40 | Duration 11h05 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Lesbos to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lesbos to Thessaloniki ferries for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:15 Lesbos | 10h05 | 04:20 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
BLUE STAR PAROS | 07:35 Mytilene | 11h05 | 18:40 Port of Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Lesbos to Thessaloniki 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 Lesbos to Thessaloniki.
- 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 flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lesbos to Thessaloniki.
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 Lesbos to Thessaloniki.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Lesbos to Thessaloniki.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lesbos to Thessaloniki
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 06:30, the last at 23:55. 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.


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 06:30 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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.
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Seajets
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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Lesbos and Thessaloniki
- 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
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
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