How to travel from Chíos to Lefkada, Greece
The distance between Chíos and Lefkada is around 595km (369 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Chíos to Lefkada by ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lefkada → Chíos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Chios (JKH) to Preveza (PVK).
- Duration2h 40m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical cost€150($150)
Sky Express
+ 2 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Piraeus then take the bus to Lefkáda.
- Duration12h 15m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€200($200)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Çesme then drive to Lefkáda.
- Duration16h 45m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost€250($250)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chíos and Lefkada
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chíos to Lefkada by ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €86 ($86) and will take around 23h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €150 ($150).
The distance between Chíos and Lefkada is around 595km (369 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 473km (294 miles)
It takes around 12h 15m to get from Chíos and Lefkada by ferry and bus.
The quickest way to get from Chíos to Lefkada is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €150 ($150).
The cheapest way to travel between Chíos and Lefkada is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €86 ($86) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Chíos and Lefkada. We recommend that you fly from Chios (JKH) to Preveza (PVK). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chíos and Lefkada. We recommend that you fly from Chios (JKH) to Preveza (PVK). instead which will take 2h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Chíos and Lefkada. Flights depart from Chios (JKH) and arrive at Preveza (PVK) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Chíos to Lefkada. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH) and Kefallinia (EFL). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Chíos to Lefkada typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Chios (JKH) and and arrive into Preveza (PVK).
The closest major airport to Lefkada is Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Lefkada. Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) (EFL) and Araxos Airport (GPA) (GPA) 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 Chíos to Lefkada. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Piraeus then take the bus to Lefkáda. instead which will take 12h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chíos to Lefkada is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 12h 15m and will usually cost around €200 ($200).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chíos and Lefkada
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 40m | €150($150) | 4 times a day | 617km (383 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 4h 35m | €140($140) | twice daily | 672km (418 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 2 similar | 12h 15m | €200($200) | once a week | 692km (430 miles) |
| Ferry to Piraeus, Bus | 14hrs | €95($95) | once daily | 595km (369 miles) |
| Ferry to Piraeus, bus | 23h 15m | €86($86) | once daily | 606km (377 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 16h 45m | €250($250) | twice daily | 1,543km (959 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chíos and Lefkada
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Turyol
Bus companies
KTEL Lefkadas
KTEL Aitoloakarnanias
KTEL Ioanninon
Airlines
Sky Express
Airports near Lefkada
The following major airports near Lefkada offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Aktion Airport (PVK)
- Distance
- 27km (17 miles) from Lefkada
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
- Distance
- 67km (41 miles) from Lefkada
Araxos Airport (GPA)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Lefkada