How to travel from Lemnos to Kefalonia, Greece

The distance between Lemnos and Kefalonia is around 569km (353 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Lemnos to Kefalonia 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 KefaloniaLemnos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kefallinia (EFL).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €220($220)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Sami.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Ferry, Train and Bus

Take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the train to Lianokladi then take the bus to Patras then take a ferry to Poros.

  • Duration13h 25m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lemnos and Kefalonia

There are several options for getting from Lemnos to Kefalonia by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €110 ($110) and will take around 1 day 3h. 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 €220 ($220).

The distance between Lemnos and Kefalonia is around 569km (353 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 442km (274 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Lemnos and Kefalonia by plane.

The quickest way to get from Lemnos to Kefalonia is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €220 ($220).

The cheapest way to travel between Lemnos and Kefalonia is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €110 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Lemnos and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lemnos and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Lemnos and Kefalonia. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs twice a week.

Blue Star Ferries and KTEL Kefallonia run the ferry services between Lemnos and Kefalonia. Ferries run twice a week and take around 1 day 3h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lemnos and Kefalonia. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and arrive at Kefallinia (EFL) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Lemnos to Kefalonia. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lemnos to Kefalonia typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and and arrive into Kefallinia (EFL).

The closest major airport to Kefalonia is Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) (EFL) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Kefalonia. Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) 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 Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lemnos to Kefalonia is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around €220 ($220).

How do I get from Lemnos to Kefalonia

Compare travel optionsbetween Lemnos and Kefalonia

Transport options from Lemnos to Kefalonia
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 25m
€220($220)
on demand569km (353 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
1 day 3h
€110($110)
twice a week1,001km (622 miles)
Ferry and Bus14h 45m
€165($165)
once a week825km (512 miles)
Ferry, Train and Bus
13h 25m
€145($145)
once a week811km (504 miles)

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Airports near Kefalonia

The following major airports near Kefalonia offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

EFL
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
International Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Kefalonia
ZTH
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
International Airport
Distance
65km (40 miles) from Kefalonia
PVK
Aktion Airport (PVK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Kefalonia