Ferry from Athens (port of Piraeus) to Lemnos

Tickets, prices & schedules
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to the island of Lemnos in the Aegean Sea are available only some months of the year with 2 weekly crossings. Find updated info, compare ferry schedules and prices, and book your ferry tickets on Ferryhopper with ease.

Discounts

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel by ferry from Athens to Lemnos with lower-cost ferry tickets. Some indicative passenger categories that are entitled to discounts up to 50% are:

  • Students (including ISIC card holders)
  • Children
  • Infants
  • Island residents
  • People with disabilities
  • Large families (Greek citizens)

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4 years travel for free, while children 5-10 years old are entitled to a 50% discount.

On-board services and amenities

Cabins & accommodation

Ferries from Piraeus to Lemnos have cabins, as well as numbered seats.

Luggage

On Blue Star Ferries, each passenger is entitled to 1 piece of luggage with a maximum weight of 50 kg at no extra cost.

Pets on board

You can easily travel with your pet on the ferry to Lemnos from Piraeus free of charge. Make sure to carry along any necessary documents and supplies for a smooth trip with your companion.

For more details, take a look at our guide on ferry travel with a pet in Greece.

Useful tips for your ferry trip from Athens (Piraeus) to Lemnos

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Athens (Piraeus) to Lemnos:

  • As the port of Piraeus gets quite busy in summer, it is highly recommended that you arrive at least 1 hr before boarding to avoid delays.
  • Make sure to add our dedicated guide about holidays in Lemnos to your reading list and take your trip to the next level!
  • Keep in mind that you can also reach Lemnos all year round from the port of Lavrio in Athens. For more info check out the ferry from Athens (Lavrio) to Lemnos.
  • Lemnos is located in the North Aegean and its main port, Myrina, is connected by ferry to Mytilene, Chios, Samos, Agios Efstratios, and more. Check our Map of Ferries, see all the connections from Lemnos and organize a Dodecanese island-hopping experience easily and quickly!

Where to take the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Lemnos

You can catch the ferry to Lemnos from the port of Piraeus in Athens.

The port of Piraeus is located approximately 15 km south of the city center of Athens and 45 km from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. You can get to the port of Piraeus by car, taxi, as well as public transport (bus, metro and suburban railway).

Ferries from Athens to Lemnos normally depart from Piraeus Port Gate E2, which is a 25-min walk from the metro station. Departure gates may change, so we recommend checking your ticket and the electronic display boards located at the port for more information.

How long is the ferry ride from Athens (port of Piraeus) to Lemnos?

The Piraeus - Lemnos ferry duration ranges between 21 hr 40 min and 22 hr 25 min.

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FAQs

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle on the ferries from Piraeus to Lemnos.

Lemnos is located about 133 nautical miles (247 km) north of the port of Piraeus.

The ferries operating the route from Athens (Piraeus) to Lemnos are normally conventional. The fastest ferry reaches Lemnos in a bit over 21.5 hr.

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