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

The cheapest way to get from Mytilene to Athens is to ferry which costs €40 - €75 and takes 12h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mytilene to Athens is to fly which takes 2h 7m and costs €55 - €120.

Is there a direct ferry between Mytilene and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Mytilene and arriving at Port of Piraeus. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Mytilene to Athens?

The distance between Mytilene and Athens is 304 km.

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

Book your Mytilene to Athens ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Mytilene to Athens without a car is to ferry which takes 12h 35m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Mytilene to Athens, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12355+ hotels available in Athens.

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

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

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 Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT) to Athens International Airport (ATH)MJT - ATH
2h 7m
€57–114
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Port of PiraeusHsw
12h 35m
€40–75
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Dikili
2. Take the bus from Dikili to Keşan
3. Take the bus from Keşan to Athens
22h 39m
€132–192
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Port of Ayvalik
2. Drive from Port of Ayvalik to Athens
13h 37m
€230–320

Mytilene to Athens by ferry

5Weekly Ferries

12h 35mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 304 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Sky Express and Aegean Airlines fly from Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT) to Athens International Airport (ATH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Hellenic Seaways operates a ferry from Mytilene to Port of Piraeus 3 times a week. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 12h 35m. Blue Star Ferries also services this route twice a week.

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