How to travel from Kythnos to Lemnos, Greece
The distance between Kythnos and Lemnos is around 342km (212 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 35m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Kythnos to Lemnos by ferry, bus, plane and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lemnos → Kythnos if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Syros then fly from Syros Island (JSY) to Limnos (LXS).
- Duration4h 35m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost€265($265)
Multiple operators
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Laurio and then to Myrina.
- Duration12hrs
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€160($160)
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kythnos and Lemnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kythnos to Lemnos by ferry, bus, plane and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €125 ($125) and will take around 19h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €265 ($265).
The distance between Kythnos and Lemnos is around 342km (212 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 287km (178 miles)
It takes around 12hrs to get from Kythnos and Lemnos by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Kythnos to Lemnos is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx €265 ($265).
The cheapest way to travel between Kythnos and Lemnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €125 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kythnos and Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Syros then fly from Syros Island (JSY) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 4h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kythnos and Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Syros then fly from Syros Island (JSY) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 4h 35m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Kythnos and Lemnos. The ferry typically takes around 12hrs and departs once a week.
Seajets, Hellenic Seaways and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Kythnos and Lemnos. Ferries run once a week and take around 12hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kythnos to Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Syros then fly from Syros Island (JSY) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 4h 35m.
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 Kythnos to Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Laurio and then to Myrina. instead which will take 12hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kythnos to Lemnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 12hrs and will usually cost around €160 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kythnos and Lemnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 1 similar | 4h 35m | €265($265) | twice a week | 431km (268 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Plane | 5h 45m | €140($140) | 3 times a week | 421km (262 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 12hrs | €160($160) | once a week | 342km (212 miles) |
| Ferry via Syros | 19h 40m | €125($125) | once a week | 691km (429 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 16h 25m | €200($200) | once a week | 911km (566 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kythnos and Lemnos
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Train operators
Greek Railways (Suburban)
Bus companies
KTEL Attikis
KTEL Thessalonikis
KTEL Kavalas
Airlines
Sky Express
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