Mesta (Chios) – Athens (Lavrio)
Ferries to Athens
Mesta (Chios) – Athens (Lavrio)
Ferries to Athens
The Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) is approximately 6 hours 5 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) cost around $44 and $276, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio).
Mesta (Chios) Athens (Lavrio) ferry sailings typycally depart from Mesta (Chios) at around 21:55. The last ferry leaves at 23:55.
The Mesta (Chios) Athens (Lavrio) ferry trip can take around 6 hours 5 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There is 1 weekly sailing from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) operated by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.
Mesta (Chios) Athens (Lavrio) ferry prices typically range between $44* and $276*. The average price is typically $170*. The cheapest ferries from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) start from $44*. The average price for a foot passenger is $83*. The average price for a car is $254*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated July 25.
The distance between Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) is approximately 134 miles (216km) or 117 nautical miles.
Yes, SeaJets allow cars on board ferries between Mesta (Chios) and Athens (Lavrio). Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Mesta (Chios) and Athens (Lavrio).
Foot passengers can travel on the Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio) ferry with SeaJets.
Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Lavrio).
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| Mesta (Chios) - Athens (Lavrio) Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Aegean Islands | |
| Destination Country | Athens | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $170 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 6 h 5 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6 h 5 m | |
| First Ferry | 21:55 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:55 | |
| Distance | 117 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
The medieval settlement of Mesta is located on the Greek island of Chios, which lies in the Aegean Sea and is the fifth largest Greek island. Chios is located just 7 km off the Anatolian coast and is separated from Turkey by the Chios Strait. The cobbled ring road around Mesta is wonderful as is the Church of Taxiarxis, the village square called 'Livadi' by the locals and the village's imposing tower. The village's current residents have managed to retain a sense of village traditions that existed in the 14th century and have managed to find the right blend between history and modern life. Perhaps the most important event that takes place in the village occurs during the carnival festivities where the 'Agas' trials are presented. These are a satirical replica of the trials that used to take place under Turkish Occupation.
Mesta is home to the island's second port and provides year round ferry services to the island of Psara and Lavrion in Attica.
Lavrio is a town and port located at the tip of the Attiki Peninsular and is not that popular with visitors as it doesn't seem to be mentioned very much in guidebooks about Greece. This is surprising especially given that it is home to the oldest and largest ancient amphitheatre in the country and also to a giant hole that would be popular to visitors who enjoy unexplained phenomena. In ancient times the town was known for its mining and industry and in fact the large columns from the temple of Posideon at nearby Sounion were mined in the town. There are also silver mines in the town that date back to prehistoric times.
Although the town's port is less important than the Port of Piraeus, it still plays an important role in the development of the region. The port can accommodate passenger ferries, commercial boats, fishing boats and yachts and is the perfect port of departure for passenger ferries departing to the Cyclades and to islands in the eastern Aegean.
