The Ayvalik Lesvos ferry route operates year-round with three major ferry companies providing up to 9-10 crossings per week during peak summer season (June-September), connecting Turkey and Greece across a distance of 22 nautical miles (36 km). Journey times range from 45 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, with ticket prices starting from €30.
This international maritime route serves both foot passengers and vehicles, making it ideal for day trips and extended travel. Both ports are conveniently located within walking distance of their respective city centers and offer comprehensive facilities.
Travelers must carry valid passports for border crossing, and Thursday is the most reliable service day due to Ayvalik's market day. Weather conditions may affect winter operations, so flexible travel plans are recommended.
Primary Operators: The route is served by three main ferry companies: Turyol, Jalem Tur, and Ugur Jale Lines, each operating both high-speed catamarans and conventional ferries.
During summer, services increase dramatically with up to 5-6 sailings per day. For winter months, ferries generally run at least 3 days a week on certain days of the week rather than daily.
Services operate using both catamarans and conventional ferries with open decks, with catamarans offering faster journey times.
Mytilene Castle, Archaeological Museum, Church of Agios Therapon, Ermou Shopping Street, Harbor Promenade, Sappho Square, Yeni Tzami Mosque, Town Hall (Ernst Ziller building), Traditional Market, Tsamakia Beach, Thermi Village & Hot Springs, Ancient Theatre, Theophilos Museum, EVA Ouzo Distillery.
Ferry services may be suspended during adverse weather conditions in the Aegean Sea, particularly during winter months, making schedule flexibility important for travelers.
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 35€ | 45€ | 45€ |
| Child | 22.5€ | 27.5€ | 27.5€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 30€ | 40€ | 40€ |
| Child | 20€ | 25€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 35€ | 45€ | 45€ |
| Child | 22.5€ | 27.5€ | 27.5€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 30€ | 40€ | 40€ |
| Child | 20€ | 25€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 35€ | 45€ | 45€ |
| Child | 22.5€ | 27.5€ | 27.5€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 30€ | 40€ | 40€ |
| Child | 20€ | 25€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
Based on current ferry schedules, Lesvos has good connections to several Greek islands, primarily from its main port at Mytilene (the capital) and occasionally from Sigri on the western coast.
The main ferry operators serving these routes include Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, and Dodekanisos Seaways. It's advisable to book tickets in advance, especially during the peak summer season (July-August) when ferries can be fully booked.
Ferry services are available every day during the summer season and on certain days of the week in the winter season. In summer ferries are very frequent, often with both morning and evening departures every day. In winter, ferries run at least 3 days a week even in the depths of winter. During the summer, there are up to 5 or 6 sailings in one day.
The ferry trip lasts between 45 min and 1 hr 30 min. The fastest ferry completes the crossing in just 45min to Mytilene, Lesvos port. The duration depends on whether you're traveling by high-speed catamaran or conventional ferry.
The first ferry from Mytilene, Lesvos, leaves at 09:00. The last ferry of the day departs from Mytilene, Lesvos at 19:45. The departure time of Ayvalik Lesvos ferry is 9.00 in the morning. Ayvalik Mytilene ferry sailings typically depart from Ayvalik at around 08:45. The last ferry leaves at 18:00.
| One Way | Daily Return | Round Trip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | 30€ | 40€ | 40€ |
| Child | 20€ | 25€ | 25€ |
| Infant | 10€ | 10€ | 10€ |
Note: Infant age: 0-5, Child age: 6-12
The ferry companies serving the route are Turyol, Jalem Tur and Ugur Jale Lines. All three companies offer both high-speed catamarans and conventional ferries, with varying journey times and prices.
In order to travel from Cesme to Chios, you are advised to carry with you an ID or a valid passport. EU citizens can typically travel with just an ID card.
For Turkish citizens; Turkish citizens need Shengen visa to visit Chios, but they can now obtain a simplified, short-term visa specifically for visiting certain Greek islands, including Lesvos, Chios, Samos, Kos and Rhodes. This "visa express" program is available as a fast-track visa service, allows stays of up to 7 days.
Citizens from other countries should check specific visa requirements for Greece/Schengen area.
You are advised to arrive at least 1 hour before departure, which should be sufficient for passport control and boarding.
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