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Ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene

Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene. Karlovassi Mytilene ferries cost between £38 and £68, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Karlovassi Mytilene ferries.

Karlovassi Mytilene Ferry Times

The first Karlovassi Mytilene ferry typically departs from Karlovassi at around 01:00. The last ferry usually departs at 09:00.

How long is the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

The Karlovassi Mytilene ferry trip can take around 6 hours 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 6 hours 30 minutes with Blue Star Ferries. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Karlovassi Mytilene Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 2 weekly sailings from Karlovassi to Mytilene provided by Blue Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Karlovassi Mytilene Ferry Prices

Karlovassi Mytilene ferry prices typically range between £38* and £68*. The average price is typically £38*. The cheapest Karlovassi Mytilene ferry prices start from £38*. The average price for a foot passenger is £38*.

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 March 25.

How far is it from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

The distance between Karlovassi to Mytilene is approximately 81.3 miles (130.8km) or 71 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Karlovassi Mytilene ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Karlovassi and Mytilene. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Karlovassi and Mytilene.

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Karlovassi and Mytilene.

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

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

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Samos to Lesbos page.
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Karlovassi - Mytilene Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationSamos
DestinationLesbos
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries
Average Price£38
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings2
Average Sailing Duration6 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration6 h 30 m
First Ferry01:00
Last Ferry09:00
Distance71 Nautical Miles

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

Karlovassi to Mytilene Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    The ferry crossing time from Karlovassi to Mytilene is approximately 6 hours 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Karlovassi to Mytilene ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene is £38. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Blue Star Ferries provide the ferries from Karlovassi to Mytilene.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Book ferries from Karlovassi to Mytilene through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Karlovassi to Mytilene with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Karlovassi to Mytilene with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Karlovassi to Mytilene?

    The distance from Karlovassi to Mytilene is 71 nautical miles.

Karlovassi Guide

The Greek town of Karlovassi is located on the island of Samos which lies in the North Aegean Sea. Located on the north side of the island, the town has a long history in business and culture. In fact, the town was well known for its tannery and tobacco manufacturing up until the early 20th century. The town's Tannery Museum contains displays that shows the town's long history in tannery which dates back to ancient times. Visitors will see in the museum displays showing the tools and methods of leather processing and the location of many tanneries on the island during the 20th century. For visitors interested in architecture, the town has many neoclassical mansions which can be seen along with the remains of the large stone factories at the "Ormos" seaside.

From the town's port there are many ferry services operating to other islands and also to the Greek mainland. Destinations include Piraeus, Chios, Fournoi, Agios Kirikos, Evdilos, Syros and Kavala.


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.

Karlovassi to Mytilene Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 24/03/2025 and 30/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 01:00 07:30 6 hours 30 minutes Sun
Hellenic Seaways 02:10 09:00 6 hours 50 minutes Thu
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