Ferry from Thessaloniki to Lesbos

Traveling from Thessaloniki to Lesbos by ferry is easy and comfortable, and you can book lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to available discounts. Ferry companies offer discounts up to 50% to certain passenger categories, such as:

• Children (5-10 years old)
• Students (Greek public university and ISIC card holders)
• People with disabilities and accompanying persons

Note: infants and children up to 4 years old normally travel for free. Keep in mind that available discounts may vary from one ferry company to another.

Cabins & accommodation

Seajets high-speed ferries to Lesbos do not have cabins, but they have airplane-type numbered seats. If you travel with Blue Star Ferries, there are cabins available on board, as well as numbered seats.

Luggage

Ferry companies are usually quite flexible when it comes to luggage size and weight. You can keep your luggage next to you or store your bags and suitcases in the designated luggage area on the ferry.

Good to know: bear in mind that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Tip: each ferry company has its own baggage allowance policy. We recommend that you don’t carry more than 50 kg of luggage to avoid delays due to restricted space in the luggage area.

Pets on board

On Thessaloniki - Lesbos ferries, you can travel with your pet free of charge. Bear in mind that each ferry company has its own pet policy.

Make sure to carry along all necessary pet health certificates, tickets and any supplies you may need for your trip.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Thessaloniki to Lesbos:

• We recommend arriving at the port of Thessaloniki at least 1.5 hr before departure, especially if you’re traveling to Lesbos with a car.
• The port of Thessaloniki is located near the city center and getting there in peak hours can take some time. If you go by car, bear in mind that you might encounter a bit of a traffic jam.
• Traveling by ferry from Thessaloniki to Lesbos is a perfect way to transport your vehicle from Northern Greece to the large island and explore every corner. Indicatively, vehicle tickets are around €23.50 for a motorbike and around €118 for a car.
• You can find more information and details about holidays in Lesbos on our relevant page.

Where to take the ferry from Thessaloniki to Lesbos

You can take the ferry to Lesbos from the port of Thessaloniki near the city center. The port is located approximately 16 km from Thessaloniki International Airport “Makedonia” and 1 km from the railway station.

Getting to the port of Thessaloniki is very easy as there are frequent bus services and taxis available. If you want to reach the port by car, there is a parking lot 500 m from the port gate.