What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Mytilene?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Mytilene is to ferry which costs €50 - €150 and takes 12h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Mytilene?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Mytilene is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs €60 - €140.

Is there a direct ferry between Athens and Mytilene?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Piraeus and arriving at Mytilene. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Athens to Mytilene?

The distance between Athens and Mytilene is 303 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Athens to Mytilene?

Book your Athens to Mytilene ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Athens to Mytilene without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Mytilene without a car is to ferry which takes 12h 15m and costs €50 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Mytilene?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Athens to Mytilene, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Mytilene?

There are 531+ hotels available in Mytilene.

Athens to Mytilene - 4 ways to travel via plane, ferry, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Mytilene by plane, ferry, bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT)plane ATH - MJT
2h 42m
€62–139
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mytileneferry Hsw
12h 15m
€50–150
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Athens to Keşanbus
2. Take the bus from Keşan to Burhaniyebus
3. Take the ferry from Port of Ayvalik to Mytileneferry
18h 29m
€118–159
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Athens to Port of Ayvalikcar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Ayvalik to Mytilenecarferry
13h 54m
€230–321

Athens to Mytilene by ferry

8Weekly Ferries

12h 15mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athens to Mytilene.

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Distance: 303.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Mytilene, Greece?

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Hellenic Seaways operates a ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mytilene 6 times a week. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 12h 15m. Blue Star Ferries also services this route twice a week.

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