How to travel from Lesbos to Lefkada, Greece
The distance between Lesbos and Lefkada is around 718km (446 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 10m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Lesbos to Lefkada by ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lefkada → Lesbos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Preveza (PVK).
- Duration8h 10m
- Flight time7hrs
- Typical cost€445($450)
TUI Airlines Netherlands
+ 1 others1 similiar route
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Ferry to Piraeus, Bus
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the bus to Lefkáda.
- Duration17h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€125($125)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the bus to Preveza.
- Duration15h 40m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€115($115)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lesbos and Lefkada
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lesbos to Lefkada by ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 20h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €220 ($220).
The distance between Lesbos and Lefkada is around 718km (446 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 466km (290 miles)
It takes around 15h 40m to get from Lesbos and Lefkada by ferry and bus.
The quickest way to get from Lesbos to Lefkada is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx €220 ($220).
The cheapest way to travel between Lesbos and Lefkada is to take a ferry 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 Lesbos and Lefkada. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Ioannina (IOA) then take the bus to Preveza. instead which will take 5h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lesbos and Lefkada. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Ioannina (IOA) then take the bus to Preveza. instead which will take 5h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lesbos and Lefkada. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and arrive at Preveza (PVK) - via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). The flight takes around 7hrs.
There is no direct flight from Lesbos to Lefkada. There is however a flight that goes via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). This services will take at least 8h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Lesbos to Lefkada typically takes around 7hrs. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and and arrive into Preveza (PVK).
The closest major airport to Lefkada is Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Lefkada. 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 Lesbos to Lefkada. We recommend that you take a ferry to Thessaloniki then take the bus to Preveza. instead which will take 15h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lesbos to Lefkada is to take a ferry and then take the bus which takes, on average, 15h 40m and will usually cost around €115 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lesbos and Lefkada
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 8h 10m | €445($450) | 4 times a day | 4,216km (2,619 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 5h 10m | €220($220) | twice daily | 766km (476 miles) |
Ferry to Piraeus, Bus + 2 similar | 17h 55m | €125($125) | once daily | 718km (446 miles) |
| Ferry to Ayvalık, bus | 20h 10m | €105($105) | 3 times a week | 1,091km (678 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 1 day 4h | €115($115) | once a week | 834km (518 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 15h 40m | €115($115) | once a week | 766km (476 miles) |
| Ferry and Car | 17hrs | €230($230) | 3 times a week | 1,420km (883 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lesbos and Lefkada
Bus companies
KTEL Prevezas
Truva
Kamil Koc
MetroTurizm
KTEL Lesvou
Airlines
TUI Airlines Netherlands
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Turyol
Airports near Lefkada
The following major airports near Lefkada offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Aktion Airport (PVK)
- Distance
- 27km (17 miles) from Lefkada
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
- Distance
- 67km (41 miles) from Lefkada
Araxos Airport (GPA)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Lefkada