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Piraeus to Lemnos Ferry

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Route guide

Piraeus to Lemnos ferry

Piraeus–Lemnos is one of the longest domestic ferry journeys in the FerryEU Greek route catalogue. Blue Star Ferries currently lists up to two routes each week and a Piraeus journey from about 21 hours 50 minutes. Departures are shown from Gate E7, making the exact departure time, vessel and intermediate calls especially important when planning such a long crossing.

This route is best approached like an overnight sea journey rather than a short island hop. Conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferries can carry cars, while a private cabin is highly worth comparing for a sailing approaching a full day. Food outlets, seating, pet facilities and accessibility depend on the ship assigned to the date, so review the live booking information carefully.

The ferry arrives at Myrina, Lemnos’s capital and main port. Blue Star currently lists onward connections from Lemnos to Mytilene and Chios, while Kavala also provides a much shorter mainland link to the island. Lemnos is broad and relatively flat by Aegean standards, so a car can be useful for reaching villages, archaeological sites, wetlands and beaches beyond Myrina.

Even on Piraeus to Lemnos, fares and vessel assignments can vary by departure, so compare the live options rather than relying only on a typical journey time.

For Piraeus to Lemnos, the advertised crossing time is only one part of the journey. Allow for port access, check-in, boarding and disembarkation when deciding which departure best fits the day.

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Blue Star Ferries passenger and vehicle ferryBlue Star Ferries

Long-distance North Aegean passenger and vehicle service

Crossing time: from 21 hours 50 minutes in current Blue Star information

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Lemnos route with up to two routes each week in current destination information. The live booking result identifies the operating vessel, intermediate calls and exact arrival time for the selected departure.

  • Passenger and vehicle ferry service
  • Cabins available on conventional ships
  • Onward North Aegean connections
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Departure and arrival ports

Piraeus and Lemnos ferry ports

Check the current ticket for the correct gate, terminal instructions and operator check-in deadline before travelling.

Aerial view of Piraeus ferry port in Athens
Athens / Attica

Piraeus Ferry Port

Piraeus is Greece’s largest ferry hub. For this route, current Blue Star guidance points to Gate E7; always use the final gate and boarding instructions shown on your ticket.

  • Metro, road and taxi access from Athens
  • Multiple ferry gates spread around a very large harbour
  • Current operator guidance: Gate E7 for this route
Lemnos Ferry Port
North Aegean

Lemnos Ferry Port

Piraeus services arrive at Myrina, the capital and principal ferry port of Lemnos. The harbour sits beside the town centre, while the island’s archaeological sites, villages and long beaches require road travel across a relatively large landscape.

  • Arrival in Myrina, Lemnos capital
  • Town services immediately around the harbour
  • Road travel useful for the wider island
On board

Choose comfort to match your Piraeus–Lemnos crossing

The Piraeus–Lemnos crossing is long enough for the assigned ship and accommodation category to matter. Compare cabins, reserved seats, food service and vehicle arrangements for the exact departure.

Cabins & seating

A private cabin can make a sailing of 21 hours 50 minutes substantially easier. Conventional Blue Star ferries also provide reserved seating and public lounges.

Food & drink

Large conventional ferries normally provide café, bar or restaurant options, but the exact outlets depend on the ship assigned to your sailing.

Vehicle travel

Passenger-and-vehicle ferries serve this route. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early for busy summer departures.

Pet travel

Pet accommodation and designated areas depend on the vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check the current documentation and onboard rules.

The assigned vessel can change. Treat the live booking result and current operator information as definitive for facilities, accessibility, vehicle carriage and pet arrangements.

Travel information

Greek domestic ferry travel: identification, boarding and practical planning

This is a domestic Greek ferry route, but passengers still need accurate booking details and accepted identification. Vehicle travellers should carry normal registration and insurance documents, while cabin passengers should confirm berth type and boarding instructions before reaching Piraeus.

Passenger identification

Use the same passenger name as your accepted identification and keep the document ready with the e-ticket.

Vehicle details

Enter accurate vehicle dimensions and carry normal registration and insurance documents when travelling with a car or motorcycle.

Long-route boarding

Allow time to find the correct gate, load vehicles if applicable and settle into the assigned seat or cabin before departure.

Blue Star Ferries ship and travel to Lemnos
After arriving in Lemnos

Myrina is the gateway to a broad North Aegean island

The ferry berth is beside Lemnos’s capital, but many of the island’s beaches, archaeological sites and rural areas are spread widely enough that road transport becomes useful.

MyrinaMoudrosPoliochniMytileneChios

Current Blue Star information connects Lemnos with Mytilene and Chios, while Kavala offers a considerably shorter mainland crossing for travellers whose itinerary allows it.

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Alternative ferry routes

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Piraeus → MytileneCompare another long North Aegean route.View route Piraeus → ChiosCompare an eastern-Aegean crossing.View route Piraeus → PsaraCompare a smaller north-east Aegean island.View route
Common planning questions

Piraeus to Lemnos ferry FAQs

How long is the Piraeus to Lemnos ferry?

From 21 hours 50 minutes.

Which ferry company operates Piraeus to Lemnos?

Blue Star Ferries publishes the Piraeus–Lemnos route. The live booking result identifies the exact vessel, departure time and calling pattern for your selected date.

Can I take a car?

Yes when the selected conventional passenger-and-vehicle ferry offers vehicle space. Enter the correct vehicle category and dimensions, and book early on low-frequency or busy summer sailings.

Can I travel as a foot passenger?

Yes. Foot passengers are accepted on the normal passenger services. Check the selected vessel, departure gate and current operator instructions before travel.

Are cabins available?

Cabins are available on conventional Blue Star ferries, subject to the vessel assigned to your departure. They are particularly worth comparing on a crossing of 21 hours 50 minutes.

Can I take a pet?

Pet travel is subject to the operator’s current rules and facilities on the selected vessel. Add the pet correctly when booking and check current documentation and accommodation requirements.

How early should I arrive?

Follow the check-in time on your booking and allow extra time to reach the correct Piraeus gate. Current Blue Star information points to Gate E7 for this route.

Does the timetable change by season?

Yes. Current Blue Star destination information shows up to two routes each week, but sailing days, times, intermediate calls and vessel assignments can change by season and operating conditions.

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