Book your Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry crossing here, linking Lesvos with the welcoming port town of Agios Kirykos on Ikaria. Leaving Mytilene, the island’s lively capital on Lesvos, the journey carries you across the Aegean towards an island known for its rugged coastline and unhurried character. Agios Kirykos is Ikaria’s main port and a natural gateway for exploring its villages, beaches and mountain scenery. Choose your travel dates to begin planning your island-to-island escape.
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How long is the travel time for Mytilene – Agios Kirykos?
The Mytilene – Agios Kirykos crossing takes between 9h 5m and 10h 5m. Blue Star Ferries sails once a week, all year round.
The Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry links Lesbos with Ikaria across the north-eastern Aegean. No average sailing duration is supplied for this route; journey time can vary with the vessel’s itinerary, intermediate port calls, sea conditions and the particular departure chosen.
Methods of Travel Mytilene – Agios Kirykos
On the Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry route with Blue Star Ferries, travelling without a vehicle is an available option. This makes the crossing a straightforward choice for passengers continuing their Aegean journey on foot, arriving at Agios Kirykos on Ikaria ready to explore the island at their own pace.
Are pets allowed on the Mytilene – Agios Kirykos route?
Yes, pets are allowed on the Mytilene – Agios Kirykos route.
Blue Star Ferries permits pet bookings on the Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry route, so you can include your companion as part of your island journey from Lesbos to Ikaria. Arrange your pet booking alongside your own travel plans, allowing plenty of time before departure for a calmer start at the port.
For a comfortable crossing, bring water and anything that helps your pet settle, such as a familiar blanket or carrier. As passengers are asked to check in at least 120 minutes before departure, arriving early gives both you and your pet time to get ready without rushing.
Check-in Information Mytilene – Agios Kirykos
For the Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry with Blue Star Ferries, passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before departure. Arriving with time to spare lets you begin the crossing calmly, rather than rushing through the port as the ship prepares to sail.
You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in. Bring an accepted ID document or passport, keep your booking details handy, and follow the port signage and staff directions on arrival. If travelling with a vehicle, allow the same two-hour check-in lead time before joining the boarding process.
Port Information Mytilene – Agios Kirykos
Arrival Port
Mytilene to Agios Kirykos ferry
The ferry from Mytilene to Agios Kirykos links Lesvos, the green and culturally rich island of the north-eastern Aegean, with Ikaria’s rugged coast and unhurried island spirit. Leaving Mytilene, travellers set out from a port city known for its waterfront, historic castle and lively café scene, before the sea opens towards the eastern Aegean. Arrival in Agios Kirykos brings you to Ikaria’s main port town, set beneath steep hills and close to the island’s wild beaches, traditional villages and mineral springs. It is a journey that feels like a real change of pace: from Lesvos’ broad coastline to an island celebrated for its dramatic landscapes and independent character. Blue Star Ferries operates the route option shown here, and accommodation is required for this crossing. You can travel as a foot passenger, as a vehicle is not required.
Use this page to compare the available Mytilene – Agios Kirykos ferry option and choose the sailing that suits your island itinerary. When you are ready, you can book your crossing with passenger details, and add a pet where needed, as pet bookings are permitted on this route. For a smooth departure from Mytilene, both passengers and vehicles must check in at least 120 minutes before sailing. You do not need to present the supplier ticket at check-in, but bring an accepted travel document: Blue Star Ferries requires a passport and accepts either an ID document or passport. Book the ferry to Agios Kirykos as a calm, memorable beginning to time on Ikaria, with the horizon ahead and the island waiting beyond the harbour.
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