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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
13 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
13 h 50 m
Ferries on 05 Sept
1
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Lesbos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Lesbos will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £49.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos, including 1 direct services.
On Sat 05 Sept the direct ferries cover the 272 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 13 h 50 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.
16:0013h50Piraeus5:50Lesbos£491One-way0 changes
- 16:0013h50Piraeus5:50Lesbos£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Piraeus to Lesbos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Lesbos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 12h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £48, while a ferry costs an average of £48.
Distance: 146 nautical miles (272 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 57m Average total duration Fastest 11h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 13h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Lesbos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 13h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 12h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 05:50 | Duration 13h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Piraeus to Lesbos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Lesbos ferries for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NISSOS SAMOS | 20:00 Port of Piraeus | 13h50 | 9:50 Mytilene | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos
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Ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 9h 50m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 146 nautical miles (272 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 9h 50m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to LesbosYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Piraeus to Lesbos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Lesbos 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 Lesbos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Lesbos
Most Piraeus to Lesbos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Mytilene port pair, with some services arriving at Sigri. Use this guide to compare Piraeus and Lesbos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Lesbos port do ferries from Piraeus arrive at?
Getting to Mytilene from Lesbos city centre
Mytilene port facilities and services
Mytilene has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kalnterimi (0.3km), To Kastro (0.5km), Taverna Vafios (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mytilene.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mytilene: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Getting to Sigri from Lesbos city centre
Sigri is 37 km from Lesbos city centre. Public transport options include:
Sigri port facilities and services
Sigri has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sigri.
Most popular ferries to and from Lesbos and Piraeus
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