For travelers starting from Izmir city center, Aliaga to Lesvos (Mytilene) ferries provide the closest departure point without driving all the way to Ayvalik. Modern catamarans and car ferries operated by Jalem Tur and Turyol complete the crossing in 95 to 110 minutes.
Aliaga Ferry Pier is just 5 minutes from the final northern station of Izmir's IZBAN commuter rail line (connecting directly to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport and city center) and features spacious parking near the terminal.
Morning ferries leave Aliaga at 08:30 / 09:00 AM and return from Mytilene Port at 17:00 / 18:00. Arrive 60-90 minutes prior to departure.
All Aliaga - Lesvos sailings dock at Mytilene Port, where both Schengen visas and Greek Island Visas on Arrival (apply 5-7 days prior) are processed.