North Aegean, Greece
Ferries from Chios
Chios (North Aegean, Greece) has 6 ferry routes to 5 destinations, operated by Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Erturk Lines and Hellenic Seaways. You can sail from Chios to Cesme, Lesvos, Mytilini, Piraeus and Samos. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
- 6
- Routes
- 5
- Destinations
- 4
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Chios?
6 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Cesme to Chios
- Fastest crossing
- 45m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Chios to Cesme
- Fastest crossing
- 45m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Chios to Mytilini
- Fastest crossing
- 2h 20m
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Lesvos to Chios
- Fastest crossing
- 2h 25m
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Chios to Samos
- Fastest crossing
- 2h 55m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Piraeus to Chios
- Fastest crossing
- 6h 55m
- Operators
- 3 operators
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Timetable
Ferry departures from Chios
18 scheduled sailings leaving Chios, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 | 05:20 | Mytilini | 2h 20m | Blue Star Ferries | Fri |
| 03:20 | 06:15 | Mytilini | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Thu |
| 04:20 | 07:15 | Mytilini | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Tue |
| 05:00 | 07:20 | Mytilini | 2h 20m | Blue Star Ferries | Sat |
| 05:15 | 08:15 | Mytilini | 3h | Blue Star Ferries | Wed |
| 05:15 | 08:15 | Mytilini | 3h | Hellenic Seaways | Tue |
| 05:30 | 07:50 | Mytilini | 2h 20m | Blue Star Ferries | Sun |
| 06:30 | 08:50 | Mytilini | 2h 20m | Blue Star Ferries | Mon |
| 06:50 | 09:50 | Mytilini | 3h | Hellenic Seaways | Thu |
| 09:10 | — | Samos | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Mon |
| 09:55 | 12:50 | Samos | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Sat |
| 10:25 | — | Samos | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Wed |
| 11:30 | 12:00 | Cesme | — | Erturk Lines | Daily |
| 17:20 | 20:15 | Mytilini | 2h 55m | Blue Star Ferries | Sat |
| 17:30 | 18:15 | Cesme | — | Erturk Lines | Daily |
| 18:30 | 19:30 | Cesme | — | Erturk Lines | Daily |
| 19:00 | 19:30 | Cesme | — | Erturk Lines | Daily |
| 21:45 | 00:40 | Mytilini | 2h 55m | Hellenic Seaways | Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Chios connect?
Location
Where is Chios?
- Region
- North Aegean
- Coordinates
- 38.370° N, 26.137° E
- Shortest crossing
- 45m
Plan your trip
The day at Chios
First 03:00
Last 21:45
Busiest 05:00–06:00
12 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 03:00–21:45, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 19 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Chios
The same quay in Chora runs domestic ferries to Lesvos and an international border crossing to Turkey. Boarding for Mytilini and boarding for Çeşme are forty-five minutes and a passport apart, and the difference in what you have to do before you sail is the single most important thing to know about this port.
What sails, and under which rules
- Mytilini on Lesvos — 140 minutes, 11 sailings. Domestic, board as you would any Greek ferry.
- Çeşme in Turkey — 45 minutes, 5 sailings, operated by Ertürk Lines. International: passport control, earlier check-in, different desk.
- Samos — 175 minutes, 3 sailings, continuing the chain south.
41 active sailings across the port. The Chios guide covers the island itself and how to use these connections as a route rather than a set of separate trips.
⚠ The shortest crossing has the longest formalities
Çeşme is the closest foreign port to any of these quays — under an hour of actual sailing. It is also the one where turning up at the last minute does not work, because there is a border in the middle of it.
Allow the international check-in window rather than the domestic one, and carry the passport you booked with.
A working harbour, not a marina
Chora's port handles the island's freight as well as its passengers, and the waterfront is a commercial one with the town immediately behind it. That makes arrival easy — you step off into the town rather than into a terminal complex — and it makes the quay busy in a way the smaller Aegean ports are not.
Where it sits in the network
Chios is the middle link in the northeast Aegean chain: Lesvos north, Samos south, Turkey east, Piraeus west. Few Greek islands offer that many onward directions, and it is why the island works as a junction for a longer trip rather than only as a destination.
Season
The Lesvos and Piraeus services run all year because the islands need them. The Çeşme crossing is heavily seasonal, thinning sharply outside summer — check current sailings rather than assuming the summer pattern holds.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Chios?
From Chios you can take a ferry to Cesme, Lesvos, Mytilini, Piraeus and Samos. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Chios?
Ferries from Chios are run by Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Erturk Lines and Hellenic Seaways. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Chios?
Chios is served by 6 ferry routes connecting 5 ports. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Chios ferry port located?
Chios is in North Aegean, Greece (around 38.370, 26.137). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Chios ferry terminal?
Arrive at Chios well before departure — typically 30–60 minutes ahead for foot passengers and longer if you are travelling with a vehicle. Check local bus, train or taxi connections to the terminal and confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Chios?
Popular crossings from Chios include Cesme, Lesvos and Mytilini. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Chios carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Chios?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 9, 2026.
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