What is the cheapest way to get from Samos to Lesbos?

The cheapest way to get from Samos to Lesbos is to ferry which costs €55 - €110 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Samos to Lesbos?

The fastest way to get from Samos to Lesbos is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs €100 - €210.

Is there a direct ferry between Samos and Lesbos?

No, there is no direct ferry from Samos to Lesbos. However, there are services departing from Vathy Samou and arriving at Mytilene via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Samos to Lesbos?

The distance between Samos and Lesbos is 229 km.

How do I travel from Samos to Lesbos without a car?

The best way to get from Samos to Lesbos without a car is to ferry which takes 5h 47m and costs €55 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Samos to Lesbos?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Samos to Lesbos, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lesbos?

There are 601+ hotels available in Lesbos.

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There are 3 ways to get from Samos to Lesbos by ferry, bus, or plane

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1. Take the ferry from Vathy Samou to Mytileneferry Bsf
5h 47m
€58–102
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Samos to Kusadasiferry
2. Take the bus from Kuşadası to Izmir Otogarbus
3. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to Dikilibus
4. Take the ferry from Dikili to Mytileneferry
9h 32m
Fly
1. Fly from Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) to Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT)plane SMI - MJT
3h 54m
€106–202

Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) to Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT) flights

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2h 52mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.9 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Samos, Greece and Lesbos, Greece?

Blue Star Ferries operates a ferry from Vathy Samou to Mytilene 6 times a week. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Sky Express and Aegean Airlines fly from Samos Aristarchos International Airport (SMI) to Mytilene International Airport Odysseas Elytis (MJT) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromSamos to Lesbosby ferry, bus, or plane

There are 3 ways to get from Samos to Lesbos by ferry, bus, or plane

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