Ferry from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos)
11h 40m ยท 1 operator
Patmos to Mytilini at a glance
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. Departures in that window are at 19:35. The crossing takes 11h 40m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Monday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 August 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 24 August 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Patmos to Mytilini Route Map
Patmos to Mytilini is one of the longest scheduled links in the eastern Aegean, around eleven and a half hours with Blue Star Ferries on the Diagoras. The ship works its way north through the Dodecanese and North Aegean with several intermediate calls. Book a cabin or an air seat if you are travelling overnight.
Mytilini is the capital and main port of Lesvos, the third largest Greek island, and it is a working city rather than a resort. A Genoese and Byzantine castle looks down over the harbour, with neoclassical mansions along the waterfront. The island is known for its olive oil, its ouzo distilleries, the petrified forest and the northern village of Molyvos.
The service operates roughly once a week and the schedule shifts with the season, so check before building an itinerary around it. Departures and fares as currently filed are shown in the table below. Mytilini has regular ferries to Piraeus, Chios and Limnos, and an airport with domestic connections.
Patmos to Mytilini Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Patmos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Diagoras conventional | 19:35 | 07:15 | 11h 40m | now to 2026-08-24 | Book the Diagoras sailing |
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Hiring a car
Do you need a car in Patmos?
Not essential, but useful if you want to reach quieter beaches beyond Chora and Grikos at your own pace. Rental desks sit right at Skala port, and buses from the same stop run to Chora, Grikos and Kambos around six times a day, with taxis filling the gaps. Roads are well maintained and quiet, so driving is easy. Compare suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Patmos to Mytilini between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 19:35 | 07:15 | 11h 40m | Diagoras | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Patmos to Mytilini?
Ferries from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 August 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Patmos to Mytilini today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) today. Departure time: 19:35.
How many ferries run from Patmos to Mytilini this week?
1 sailing from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Patmos to Mytilini?
Scheduled departures from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) leave at 19:35.
How long is the ferry from Patmos to Mytilini?
The crossing from Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) takes 11h 40m.
Which ferry companies operate the Patmos to Mytilini route?
The Patmos (Skala) to Mytilini (Lesvos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Patmos to Mytilini ferry
- EU citizens with a disability card are entitled to discounted or free travel on many Greek ferry routes – check the operator's accessibility page when booking.
- Stray cats are a common sight at Greek ports and on ferries – they are generally harmless but avoid feeding them as it encourages large numbers to gather.
- Cabin toiletries are minimal or absent on Greek ferries; bring everything you need for the night.
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
- Third-party booking agents are useful for comparing multiple operators on the same route, but check their cancellation and change policies before paying.
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