Ferry from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos)
2h 15m to 3h · from €19.00 · 3 operators
Chios to Mytilini at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 15 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. The earliest departure in that window is 05:15 and the latest is 06:50. The crossing takes between 2h 15m and 3h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 3 operators: Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Superfast Ferries. Published fares start from €19.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €19.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chios to Mytilini Route Map
Chios to Mytilini is the main link between two of the larger North Aegean islands, served by Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Superfast Ferries using the Ariadne, Diagoras and Nissos Samos. Crossing times run from about two hours twenty to three hours depending on the ship. Fares start around €19, and all of them carry vehicles.
Mytilini is the capital and main port of Lesvos, a genuine working city rather than a resort town, with a Genoese and Byzantine castle above the harbour and neoclassical mansions along the waterfront. The island is known for its olive oil, its ouzo distilleries, the petrified forest and birdwatching in the Kalloni gulf. Molyvos in the north is the usual second base for anyone staying a while.
Sailings run daily and often more than once a day in season, which makes this one of the easier North Aegean hops. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Both islands also connect south to Piraeus and north to Thessaloniki on the same eastern Aegean services.
Chios to Mytilini Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €19.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €19.00 | Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos |
Weekly Chios to Mytilini Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | €19.00 | now to 2026-10-27 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 05:15 | 07:30 | 2h 15m | 2026-09-19 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | now to 2026-09-30 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-25 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne conventional | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | 2026-09-07 to 2026-09-28 | Book the Ariadne sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 05:45 | 08:45 | 3h | €19.50 | 2026-10-02 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 06:35 | 09:00 | 2h 25m | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing | ||
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 06:50 | 09:50 | 3h | €19.00 | 2026-10-15 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 06:50 | 09:50 | 3h | €19.00 | 2026-09-05 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Chios?
Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Chios to Mytilini between 13 September 2026 and 26 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-09-14 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-15 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Wed 2026-09-16 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-16 | 06:35 | 09:00 | 2h 25m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-17 | 06:50 | 09:50 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Fri 2026-09-18 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-19 | 05:15 | 07:30 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-19 | 06:50 | 09:50 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 2026-09-21 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-22 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Wed 2026-09-23 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-23 | 06:35 | 09:00 | 2h 25m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-25 | 05:15 | 08:15 | 3h | Ariadne | Superfast Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-26 | 05:15 | 07:30 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Myconos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-26 | 06:50 | 09:50 | 3h | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Mytilini?
Ferries from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 15 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chios to Mytilini today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 September 2026, at 05:15. Departures fall on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Chios to Mytilini this week?
8 sailings from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Wednesdays and Saturdays.
What time is the first ferry from Chios to Mytilini?
Scheduled departures from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) leave at 05:15, 06:35 and 06:50.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Mytilini?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) takes 2h 15m and the slowest 3h. Typical crossing times by operator: Blue Star Ferries 2h 15m to 2h 25m, Superfast Ferries 3h and Hellenic Seaways 3h.
How much does the Chios to Mytilini ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) ferry start from €19.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chios to Mytilini route?
The Chios to Mytilini (Lesvos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and Superfast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chios to Mytilini ferry
- If you booked through a third-party agent, you may still need to collect a physical ticket at the port – check your booking confirmation carefully.
- Senior discounts are offered by several operators for passengers over 65; the discount is applied automatically if you select the correct age category.
- Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.
- Ferry companies often have a small ticket office or kiosk at the port – useful for last-minute changes, upgrades, or questions about your booking.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
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