Ayvalik – Mytilene

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Ayvalik – Mytilene

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Ferry from Ayvalik to Mytilene

The Ayvalik Mytilene ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies; Nel Lines & Turyol.Ayvalik Mytilene ferries take around 1 hour 30 minutes. The ferry costs between €89.91 and €272.41, 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 Ayvalik to Mytilene.

Ayvalik Mytilene Ferry Times

The first Ayvalik Mytilene ferry typically departs from Ayvalik at around 08:45. The last ferry usually departs at 18:00.

How long is the ferry from Ayvalik to Mytilene?

The Ayvalik Mytilene ferry trip can take around 1 hour 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 45 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ayvalik Mytilene Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 14 weekly sailings from Ayvalik to Mytilene provided by Nel Lines & Turyol. Timetables can change from season to season.

Nel Lines provide 0 sailings weekly. Turyol provide 14 sailings weekly.

Ayvalik Mytilene Ferry Prices

Ayvalik Mytilene ferry prices typically range between 90€* and 272€*. The average price is typically 106€*. The cheapest Ayvalik Mytilene ferry prices start from 90€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 90€*. The average price for a car is 269€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 July 2025.

How far is it from Ayvalik to Mytilene?

The distance between Ayvalik to Mytilene is approximately 16.8 miles (27.0km) or 14.6 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Ayvalik Mytilene ferry?

Yes, Turyol ferries allow cars on board ferries between Ayvalik and Mytilene. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ayvalik and Mytilene.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ayvalik to Mytilene?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Turyol ferries between Ayvalik and Mytilene.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ayvalik to Mytilene?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Ayvalik to Mytilene with Turyol. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Ayvalik - Mytilene Ferry Route Summary
Departure DestinationTurkey
DestinationLesbos
No. of Operators2
OperatorsNel Lines & Turyol
Average Price€106
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings14
Average Sailing Duration1 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration45 m
First Ferry08:45
Last Ferry18:00
Distance15 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.

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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.

Ayvalik to Mytilene
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 07/07/2025 and 13/07/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Turyol 08:45 09:30 45 minutes Everyday
Turyol 09:00 10:30 1 hour 30 minutes Everyday
Turyol 14:00 15:30 1 hour 30 minutes Sat

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