How to travel from Lemnos to Corfu, Greece
The distance between Lemnos and Corfu is around 499km (310 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Lemnos to Corfu by plane, bus and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Corfu → Lemnos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Limnos (LXS) to Corfu (CFU).
- Duration2h 25m
- Flight time1h 55m
- Typical cost€210($210)
+ 1 others3 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Thessaloniki and then to Corfu.
- Duration11h 10m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€100($100)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lemnos and Corfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lemnos to Corfu by plane, bus and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €100 ($100) and will take around 11h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €210 ($210).
The distance between Lemnos and Corfu is around 499km (310 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 454km (282 miles)
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Lemnos and Corfu by plane, bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Lemnos to Corfu is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €210 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Lemnos and Corfu is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €100 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lemnos and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lemnos and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Lemnos and Corfu. The ferry typically takes around 11h 10m and departs once a week.
Blue Star Ferries and KTEL Kerkyras run the ferry services between Lemnos and Corfu. Ferries run once a week and take around 11h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lemnos and Corfu. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and arrive at Corfu (CFU) - via Thessaloniki (SKG). The flight takes around 1h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Lemnos to Corfu. There is however a flight that goes via Thessaloniki (SKG). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Lemnos to Corfu typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and and arrive into Corfu (CFU).
The closest major airport to Corfu is Corfu International Airport (CFU) (CFU) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Corfu. Ioannina Airport (IOA) (IOA) and Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) 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 Lemnos to Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Ioannina (IOA) then take the bus to Igoumenitsa then take a ferry to Corfu. instead which will take 5h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lemnos to Corfu is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around €205 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lemnos and Corfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 2h 25m | €210($210) | hourly | 505km (314 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 7h 30m | €170($170) | once a week | 499km (310 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 7h 50m | €175($175) | twice daily | 599km (373 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 5h 40m | €205($205) | twice daily | 724km (450 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 11h 10m | €100($100) | once a week | 560km (348 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 12h 10m | €105($105) | 6 times a week | 651km (405 miles) |
| Ferry to Kavala, bus | 14h 45m | €135($135) | twice a week | 666km (414 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lemnos and Corfu
Ferry operators
Kerkyra Lines
Kerkyra Seaways
KTEL Kerkyras
Airlines
Sky Express
Bus companies
KTEL Thesprotias
KTEL Kavalas
Airports near Corfu
The following major airports near Corfu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Corfu International Airport (CFU)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Corfu
Ioannina Airport (IOA)
- Distance
- 84km (52 miles) from Corfu
Aktion Airport (PVK)
- Distance
- 107km (67 miles) from Corfu