Route guide
Piraeus to Mytilene ferry
Piraeus–Mytilene is one of the longer overnight-style ferry links from Athens into the North Aegean.
Blue Star Ferries currently publishes up to six routes each week and a journey from about 12 hours
15 minutes. Departures are listed from Piraeus Gates E1 and E7, so it is worth checking the final
gate before travelling across the harbour.
The long sailing is normally made by a conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry, making the exact
ship and accommodation category important. A cabin can be worthwhile on an evening or overnight
departure, while reserved seating gives a lower-cost alternative. Cars are useful on Lesvos because
many beaches, villages and attractions lie well beyond Mytilene.
Mytilene is the island’s main urban gateway and a good first base after arrival. Lesvos is much
larger than many Aegean islands, so allow realistic road time if you plan to continue toward
Plomari, Molyvos, Petra, Eressos or inland villages. Current Blue Star information also connects
Mytilene with Samos, Lemnos, Oinousses and Chios on the wider network.
For Piraeus to Mytilene, the advertised crossing time is only one part of the journey. Allow for
port access, check-in, boarding and disembarkation when deciding which departure best fits the day.
Look beyond the headline fare when comparing Piraeus to Mytilene. Departure time, ticket flexibility
and the transfer after arrival can make a different sailing more convenient overall.
Travelling the other way? Read the Mytilene to Piraeus ferry guide.
from 12h 15m
Up to 6 weekly
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