How to travel from Lesbos to Kalamata, Greece
The distance between Lesbos and Kalamata is around 599km (373 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Lesbos to Kalamata by plane, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kalamata → Lesbos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Kalamata (KLX).
- Duration3h 20m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost€305($305)
+ 3 othersFerry and Bus
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the bus to Kalamata.
- Duration15h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€120($120)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Ayvalık then drive to Kalamata.
- Duration19h 55m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost€285($285)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lesbos and Kalamata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lesbos to Kalamata by plane, taxi, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 18h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €305 ($305).
The distance between Lesbos and Kalamata is around 599km (373 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 415km (258 miles)
It takes around 3h 20m to get from Lesbos and Kalamata by plane.
The quickest way to get from Lesbos to Kalamata is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx €305 ($305).
The cheapest way to travel between Lesbos and Kalamata is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lesbos and Kalamata. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Kalamata (KLX). instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lesbos and Kalamata. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Kalamata (KLX). instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lesbos and Kalamata. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and arrive at Kalamata (KLX) - via Thessaloniki (SKG). The flight takes around 2h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Lesbos to Kalamata. There is however a flight that goes via Thessaloniki (SKG). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Lesbos to Kalamata typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) 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 Lesbos to Kalamata. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Kalamata (KLX). instead which will take 3h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lesbos to Kalamata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around €305 ($305).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lesbos and Kalamata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3h 20m | €305($305) | hourly | 788km (489 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 3 similar | 15h 50m | €120($120) | once daily | 599km (373 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 18h 10m | €105($105) | once a week | 689km (428 miles) |
| Ferry to Ayvalık, bus | 19hrs | €135($135) | 3 times a week | 1,445km (898 miles) |
| Taxi, Ferry and Bus | 13h 45m | €230($230) | once a week | 706km (439 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 19h 55m | €285($285) | 3 times a week | 1,775km (1,103 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lesbos and Kalamata
Bus companies
KTEL Lesvou
Union Ivkoni
KTEL Korinthias
Truva
Kamil Koc
Airlines
Sky Express
TUI fly Belgium
Aegean Airlines
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Turyol
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