Chios Mytilene Ferry

The Chios Mytilene ferry route connects Aegean Islands with Lesbos. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Blue Star Ferries. The crossing operates up to 5 times each week with sailing durations from around 3 hours.

Chios Mytilene sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Aegean Islands to Lesbos page.

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How long is the ferry from Chios to Mytilene?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Chios to Mytilene is approximately 3h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Chios to Mytilene?

The average price of a ferry from Chios to Mytilene is approximately 54 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Chios to Mytilene can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Chios to Mytilene?

There is 1 ferry operator for Chios to Mytilene and this is

Blue Star Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Chios to Mytilene?

Ferries from Chios to Mytilene are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

How far is Mytilene from Chios?

Chios to Mytilene is approximately 47 nautical miles distance apart.

Chios Guide

The Greek island of Chios is the 5th largest Greek island in the Aegean Sea and is located around 7 km off the Anatolian coast and is separated from Turkey by the Chios Strait. Chios Town was constructed around the old harbour and medieval castle, which were constructed under Venetian and Ottoman rule. Some remains have been found which date back to 2,000 BC. Popular attractions on the island include the Chios Byzantine Museum, the Archaeological Museum of Chios, its medieval villages and the 11th century monastery of Nea Moni which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The island is mainly mountainous although there are a few valleys to be found in the south and east parts of the island. Overlooking the northern part of the island is Mount Pelineo with its highest peak, Profitis Helias, at 1,297 meters above sea level. The island has a typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm, dry, summers and is known for its picturesque landscape.

Chios, and the other islands in the East Aegean, are generally connected to the ports of Piraeus and Rafina, the Cycladic islands including Syros, Tinos, Mykonos and Andros and also to the island of Rhodes. Your journey to and from the island will either be by conventional of Highspeed ferry with journey times of between 5 1/2 hours and 9 1/2 hours depending on ferry company and ferry itinerary.

Mytilene Guide

The ancient Greek city of Mytilene is the capital of the island of Lesbos, which lies in the north east Aegean Sea, and also home to the island's port. Mytilene is built on seven hills and is overlooked by the Gateluzzi fortress, and has many preserved features that bear testament to its rich past and cultural history. The city has a lively night time economy and offers everything most travellers would want including lovely hotels, restaurants and recreational facilities.

Popular attractions in the city are Gateluzzi Castle, the Church of Agios Therapon with its splendid dome, and at the edge of the port, the Statue of Liberty. many of the town's residents meet up in the area around Sappho Square and also around the new southern port where there are many trendy bars and cafes that are busy all day long.

Mytilene has a port with ferries to the nearby islands of Lemnos, Chios and Ayvalik and at times Dikili in Turkey. The port also serves the mainland cities of Piraeus, Athens and Thessaloniki.

Chios to Mytilene Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-12-16 and 2024-12-22

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways	05:15	07:30	2 hours 15 minutes	Sun
Hellenic Seaways	05:15	08:15	3 hours	Wed, Fri
Hellenic Seaways	05:45	08:45	3 hours	Tue, Thu, Sat
Hellenic Seaways	06:35	09:00	2 hours 25 minutes	Thu
Hellenic Seaways	06:50	09:50	3 hours	Sun