Mytilene - Ayvalik
Ferries to Turkey
Mytilene - Ayvalik
Ferries to Turkey
The Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Mytilene to Ayvalik is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Mytilene and Ayvalik cost from as little as $35 but vary based on season, availability and whether you’re going by foot or by car. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Mytilene to Ayvalik.
The Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry route is provided by 3 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Mytilene to Ayvalik takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry can range between 45 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 31 weekly sailings from Mytilene to Ayvalik.
Ido provide 2 sailings daily, 13 sailings weekly. Turyol provide 2 sailings daily, 13 sailings weekly. Jale Turizm provide 1 sailing daily, 6 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Mytilene Port at approximately 08:40 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 17:45. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Mytilene to Ayvalik is with Ido in 45 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Mytilene to Ayvalik usually cost around $121.11.
There are currently no overnight ferries from Mytilene to Ayvalik.
There are no cabins available on ferries from Mytilene to Ayvalik.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Mytilene to Ayvalik with Turyol.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry with Turyol & Jale Turizm.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Mytilene Ayvalik ferry with Ido, Turyol & Jale Turizm.
Passengers travelling with Turyol can bring 1 piece of hand luggage for free, weighing up to 50kg. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you may be forced to pay additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Mytilene to Ayvalik can vary between $34.70 and $259.85 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $105.92, with prices ranging from $45 and $109. The average price of a car passenger is $231.01, with prices ranging $150 and $284. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 August 2026
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Ayvalik ferry.
First class is not available on ferries from Mytilene to Ayvalik.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Mytilene to Ayvalik by ferry, making it a popular cross-border excursion between Greece and Turkey. The ferry takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, departing from Mytilene Port on Lesvos and arriving at Ayvalik Port on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Ferries usually operate daily during the summer season, with morning departures from Mytilene and afternoon returns from Ayvalik, allowing plenty of time to explore the Turkish town’s markets, harbor, and Ottoman architecture. Travelers should carry valid passports, and some nationalities may need a Turkey e-visa.
The best way to travel from Mytilene to Ayvalik is by ferry. With 5 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Mytilene - Ayvalik Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Lesbos | |
| Destination Country | Turkey | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Ido, Turyol & Jale Turizm | |
| Average Price | $121 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 31 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 08:40 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:45 | |
| Distance | 15 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2026.
The ancient Greek city of Mytilene is the capital and port of the south east coast of the island of Lesbos, which lies in the north eastern Aegean Sea. The city's origins date back to the 11th century BC and has a number of neo-classical buildings, public and private, on display. Some of these buildings are the buildings of the Lesbos Prefecture, the old City Hall, the Experimental Lyceum and the various mansions and hotels located throughout the town. Dominating the port is the Baroque Church of Saint Therapon on which construction began in the 19th century and was completed in 1935.
The island of Lesbos has a land area of around 1,600 sq. km and has roughly 320 km of coastline, which makes it the third largest Greek island. The narrow Mytilini Strait separates it from the Turkish mainland.
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.
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