How to travel from Chania to Lemnos, Greece
The distance between Chania and Lemnos is around 548km (340 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Chania to Lemnos by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lemnos → Chania if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Chania (CHQ) to Limnos (LXS).
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time1h 55m
- Typical cost€255($255)
Sky Express
+ 2 othersFerry
Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Lemnos.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€140($140)
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the train to Thessaloniki then take a ferry to Lemnos.
- Duration18h 20m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€140($140)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chania and Lemnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chania to Lemnos by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €125 ($125) and will take around 1 day 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €255 ($255).
The distance between Chania and Lemnos is around 548km (340 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 499km (310 miles)
It takes around 2h 50m to get from Chania and Lemnos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Chania to Lemnos is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €255 ($255).
The cheapest way to travel between Chania and Lemnos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €125 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Chania and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chania and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Chania and Lemnos. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs twice a week.
Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Chania and Lemnos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 1 day 2h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Chania and Lemnos. Flights depart from Chania (CHQ) and arrive at Limnos (LXS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Chania to Lemnos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Chania to Lemnos typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Chania (CHQ) and and arrive into Limnos (LXS).
The closest major airport to Lemnos is Lemnos International Airport (LXS) (LXS) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Lemnos. Kavala International Airport (KVA) (KVA) and Skiros Airport (SKU) (SKU) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chania to Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chania to Lemnos is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around €255 ($255).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chania and Lemnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 50m | €255($255) | on demand | 548km (340 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 1 day 2h | €140($140) | twice a week | 979km (608 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 21h 10m | €165($165) | once a week | 963km (599 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 1 day 1h | €125($125) | 6 times a week | 1,097km (682 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 18h 20m | €140($140) | once a week | 1,024km (636 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chania and Lemnos
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Etihad
Ferry operators
Bus companies
KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A
KTEL Kavalas
Airports near Lemnos
The following major airports near Lemnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
- Distance
- 7km (5 miles) from Lemnos
Kavala International Airport (KVA)
- Distance
- 120km (75 miles) from Lemnos
Skiros Airport (SKU)
- Distance
- 121km (75 miles) from Lemnos