How to travel from Lemnos to Kalamata, Greece
The distance between Lemnos and Kalamata is around 541km (336 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Lemnos to Kalamata by ferry, bus, car, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kalamata → Lemnos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kalamata (KLX).
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time2h 15m
- Typical cost€270($270)
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the bus to Kalamata.
- Duration10h 45m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€135($135)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the train to Athens then take the bus to Kalamata.
- Duration13h 35m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€95($95)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Laurium then drive to Kalamata.
- Duration12h 55m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€125($125)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lemnos and Kalamata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lemnos to Kalamata by ferry, bus, car, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around €95 ($95) and will take around 13h 35m. 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 €270 ($270).
The distance between Lemnos and Kalamata is around 541km (336 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 415km (258 miles)
It takes around 10h 45m to get from Lemnos and Kalamata by ferry and bus.
The quickest way to get from Lemnos to Kalamata is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €270 ($270).
The cheapest way to travel between Lemnos and Kalamata is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around €95 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lemnos and Kalamata. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kalamata (KLX). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lemnos and Kalamata. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kalamata (KLX). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lemnos and Kalamata. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and arrive at Kalamata (KLX) - via Thessaloniki (SKG). The flight takes around 2h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Lemnos to Kalamata. There is however a flight that goes via Thessaloniki (SKG). This services will take at least 2h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Lemnos to Kalamata typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and and arrive into Kalamata (KLX).
The closest major airport to Kalamata is Kalamata International Airport (KLX) (KLX) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Kalamata. Kithira Airport (KIT) (KIT) and Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) 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 Kalamata. We recommend that you take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the bus to Kalamata. instead which will take 10h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lemnos to Kalamata is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 10h 45m and will usually cost around €135 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lemnos and Kalamata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 50m | €270($270) | hourly | 628km (390 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 5h 45m | €155($155) | every 4 hours | 541km (336 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 3 similar | 10h 45m | €135($135) | once a week | 932km (579 miles) |
| Ferry to Kavala, bus | 11h 50m | €140($140) | 3 times a week | 1,023km (635 miles) |
| Ferry to Piraeus, Bus | 21h 35m | €100($100) | twice a week | 882km (548 miles) |
| Ferry to Piraeus, bus | 22h 45m | €95($95) | twice a week | 871km (541 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus | 13h 35m | €95($95) | once a week | 978km (608 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 12h 55m | €125($125) | once a week | 574km (357 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lemnos and Kalamata
Bus companies
KTEL Messinias
KTEL Kavalas
Union Ivkoni
KTEL Korinthias
Train operators
Ferry operators
Airlines
Sky Express
Airports near Kalamata
The following major airports near Kalamata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Kalamata
Kithira Airport (KIT)
- Distance
- 116km (72 miles) from Kalamata
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
- Distance
- 134km (84 miles) from Kalamata