Ferry from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala
9h 35m to 9h 50m · from €26.50 · 2 operators
Mytilini to Kavala at a glance
Ferries from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 02:45 and the latest is 08:00. The crossing takes between 9h 35m and 9h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €26.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €26.50 | 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 28 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Mytilini to Kavala Route Map
Mytilini to Kavala runs north from Lesvos to the mainland coast of eastern Macedonia, taking a little under ten hours. Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways both work the route, with the Diagoras and the Nissos Samos, usually calling at Lemnos on the way. These are conventional car ferries with cabins and full facilities, and the sailing is often overnight.
Kavala is a historic port city built up the slope above its harbour, with the Panagia old town and its Ottoman era houses on the headland and the Kamares aqueduct striding across the town below. It has a castle at the top of the old town and an airport of its own, and the archaeological site at Philippi is a short drive inland. Most travellers passing through are heading either to Thassos or west along the coast.
The route runs three or four times a week, which gives some flexibility without being frequent. Current schedules and fares are listed below. Kavala is the departure point for the short crossing to Thassos, also served from Keramoti nearby, and has good road links to Thessaloniki.
Mytilini to Kavala Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €26.50 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 | €26.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras |
Weekly Mytilini to Kavala 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 02:45 | 12:35 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-10 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 06:30 | 16:20 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-08 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 07:00 | 16:50 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | now to 2026-08-27 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 07:00 | 16:50 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | now to 2026-08-28 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Nissos Samos conventional | 08:00 | 17:35 | 9h 35m | now to 2026-08-29 | Book the Nissos Samos sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 08:00 | 17:50 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | now to 2026-08-25 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 08:00 | 17:50 | 9h 50m | €26.50 | 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-11 | Book the Diagoras sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Myconos conventional | 10:00 | 18:00 | 8h | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Myconos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Mytilini to Kavala between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 08:00 | 17:50 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 07:00 | 16:50 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 07:00 | 16:50 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 08:00 | 17:35 | 9h 35m | Nissos Samos | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 06:30 | 16:20 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 02:45 | 12:35 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 08:00 | 17:50 | 9h 50m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Mytilini to Kavala?
Ferries from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Mytilini to Kavala today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 08:00. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Mytilini to Kavala this week?
4 sailings from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
What time is the first ferry from Mytilini to Kavala?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala usually leaves at 07:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 02:45 to 08:00.
How long is the ferry from Mytilini to Kavala?
The fastest crossing from Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala takes 9h 35m and the slowest 9h 50m. Typical crossing times by operator: Hellenic Seaways 9h 35m and Blue Star Ferries 9h 50m.
How much does the Mytilini to Kavala ferry cost?
Published fares for the Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala ferry start from €26.50 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 Mytilini to Kavala route?
The Mytilini (Lesvos) to Kavala route is served by Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Mytilini to Kavala ferry
- If you are island-hopping across multiple islands, pack light – you will be lifting your bag on and off ferries, into overhead racks, and up and down steps repeatedly.
- If you are connecting to another ferry on the same day, check whether both depart from the same area of the port to gauge how much walking time you need.
- Entertainment on overnight ferries is limited – bring a book, download a podcast series, or load your phone with films before you travel.
- Keep valuables – wallet, passport, phone – in a small day bag you carry on board; never leave them in checked luggage or in your car on the car deck.
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