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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos

Showing times and prices for 08 Mar

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

13 h 50 m

Average duration

15 h 10 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

272 km

Cheap tickets

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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Lesbos every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun 08 Mar the direct ferries cover the 272 km distance in an average of 15 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .

The slowest ferries will take 16 h 30 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
18:0013h50
Piraeus
07:50Lesbos
£401One-way
0 changes
Blue Star Ferries
21:0016h30
Piraeus
13:30Lesbos
£401One-way
0 changes

Piraeus to Lesbos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
20:00
Arrival Time
09:50
Duration
13h50
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
15:00
Arrival Time
08:50
Duration
17h50
Sailing Days
Fri

Live departures

Piraeus to Lesbos ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Lesbos ferries for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 08:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR PAROS13:00 Port of Piraeus
17h50
06:50 Mytilene0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferriesARIADNE18:00 Port of Piraeus
13h50
07:50 Mytilene0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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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 12h 36m. 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 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 12h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Lesbos 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.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
146 nautical miles (272 km)
Average sailing duration
12h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
6
Fastest ferry
12h 15m
First ferry
00:15
Last ferry
22:00
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 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.

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
12h 15m
Cheapest Price
£40
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

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Piraeus to Lesbos can start from as little as £40 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Piraeus to Lesbos is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos is 12h 15m to travel the 272 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Piraeus to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Piraeus to Lesbos with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Piraeus to Lesbos is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Lesbos is possible with Blue Star Ferries. 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 Piraeus to Lesbos, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Lesbos. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Piraeus and Lesbos and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Lesbos from Piraeus is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Piraeus to Lesbos is June.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Piraeus and Lesbos.

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Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Lesbos

Piraeus
Lesbos
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
SigriAccessibility
Amenities at port
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
37 km

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