How to travel from Lemnos to Zakynthos, Greece

The distance between Lemnos and Zakynthos is around 539km (335 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Lemnos to Zakynthos by ferry, train, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ZakynthosLemnos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Limnos (LXS) to Zakinthos (ZTH).

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €235($235)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Thessaloniki and then to Zakynthos.

  • Duration13h 40m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €125($125)
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 Zakynthos.

  • Duration12hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lemnos and Zakynthos

There are several options for getting from Lemnos to Zakynthos by ferry, train, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 12hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €235 ($235).

The distance between Lemnos and Zakynthos is around 539km (335 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 445km (277 miles)

It takes around 13h 40m to get from Lemnos and Zakynthos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Lemnos to Zakynthos is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €235 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Lemnos and Zakynthos is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Lemnos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 2h 10m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lemnos and Zakynthos. We recommend that you fly from Limnos (LXS) to Zakinthos (ZTH). instead which will take 2h 10m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Lemnos and Zakynthos. The ferry typically takes around 13h 40m and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries and KTEL Zakythos run the ferry services between Lemnos and Zakynthos. Ferries run once a week and take around 13h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lemnos and Zakynthos. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and arrive at Zakinthos (ZTH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Lemnos to Zakynthos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lemnos to Zakynthos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Limnos (LXS) and and arrive into Zakinthos (ZTH).

The closest major airport to Zakynthos is Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos. 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 Lemnos to Zakynthos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Thessaloniki and then to Zakynthos. instead which will take 13h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lemnos to Zakynthos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 13h 40m and will usually cost around €125 ($125).

How do I get from Lemnos to Zakynthos

Compare travel optionsbetween Lemnos and Zakynthos

Transport options from Lemnos to Zakynthos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 10m
€235($235)
on demand539km (335 miles)
Ferry + 3 similar
13h 40m
€125($125)
once a week774km (481 miles)
Ferry via Piraeus23h 20m
€105($105)
twice a week962km (598 miles)
Ferry and Bus14h 40m
€130($130)
once a week865km (538 miles)
Ferry to Piraeus, bus22h 50m
€105($105)
twice a week962km (598 miles)
Ferry, Train and Bus
12hrs
€105($105)
once a week767km (476 miles)

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Airports near Zakynthos

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

ZTH
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Zakynthos
EFL
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
International Airport
Distance
44km (28 miles) from Zakynthos
GPA
Araxos Airport (GPA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
69km (43 miles) from Zakynthos