A ferry on the Mytilene to Ayvalik route

Ido, Jale Turizm and Turyol · 5h 15m

Mytilene to Ayvalik Ferry

Compare every Mytilene to Ayvalik sailing. From £25.74 one way, 4 times a day, crossing in about 5h 15m.

  • 5h 15m crossing
  • 31 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Mytilene to Ayvalik sailings on Saturday 31 October

5 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Star of the Isles
07:15Mytilene
5h 34m
Foot passenger
12:49Ayvalik
£41.26
total
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Meridian of Normandie
07:15Mytilene
5h 39m
Foot passenger
12:54Ayvalik
£41.26
total
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Only 8 spaces left at this price on the 07:15 sailing.

Aurora of Iberia
11:55Mytilene
5h 18m
★ Cheapest
17:13Ayvalik
£37.12
total
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Star of the Isles
16:30Mytilene
5h 30m
Foot passenger
22:00Ayvalik
£44.72
total
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Meridian of Normandie
16:30Mytilene
5h 37m
Foot passenger
22:07Ayvalik
£44.72
total
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Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 16:30 sailing.

About the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry

Sailing from Mytilene to Ayvalik takes around 5h 15m. Ido, Jale Turizm and Turyol run the route 4 times a day, and fares start from £25.74. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry timetable

There are around 31 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Mytilene and Ayvalik are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Mytilene – Ayvalik Ido, Jale Turizm and Turyol5h 15m31 £25.74£89.84 Yes

How much is the ferry from Mytilene to Ayvalik?

One-way fares start at £25.74. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £89.84. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Ido, Jale Turizm and Turyol each operate the Mytilene – Ayvalik crossing. Because more than one company competes here, fares and departure times vary meaningfully between them, so comparing before you book is worth real money on this route.

  • Ido, 10 routes across our network
  • Jale Turizm, 2 routes across our network
  • Turyol, 6 routes across our network

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Mytilene

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Mytilene port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Ayvalik guide for the other end.

Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Mytilene to Ayvalik?

The Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry takes approximately 5h 15m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Mytilene to Ayvalik?

One-way fares start from £25.74. The average booking on this route comes to around £89.84 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Mytilene to Ayvalik?

Ido, Jale Turizm and Turyol operate this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry run?

There are around 31 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Mytilene to Ayvalik?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Mytilene to Ayvalik ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.