How to travel from Lesbos to Rethimno, Greece

The distance between Lesbos and Rethimno is around 554km (344 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Lesbos to Rethimno by plane, taxi, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Chania (CHQ).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €310($310)
Operated by

Sky Express

+ 2 others
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3 x ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos then Santorini and then to Rethymno.

  • Duration16h 30m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €245($245)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lesbos and Rethimno

There are several options for getting from Lesbos to Rethimno by plane, taxi, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €175 ($175) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €310 ($310).

The distance between Lesbos and Rethimno is around 554km (344 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 444km (276 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Lesbos and Rethimno by plane.

The quickest way to get from Lesbos to Rethimno is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx €310 ($310).

The cheapest way to travel between Lesbos and Rethimno is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €175 ($175) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Lesbos and Rethimno. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lesbos and Rethimno. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 4hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Lesbos and Rethimno. The ferry typically takes around 16h 30m and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Seajets and Golden Star Ferries run the ferry services between Lesbos and Rethimno. Ferries run once a week and take around 16h 30m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lesbos and Rethimno. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and arrive at Chania (CHQ) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Lesbos to Rethimno. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Lesbos to Rethimno typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Mytilini (MJT) and and arrive into Chania (CHQ).

The closest major airport to Rethimno is Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) which is approximately 36km (22 miles) from Rethimno. Heraklion International Airport (HER) (HER) and Santorini International Airport (JTR) (JTR) 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 Rethimno. We recommend that you fly from Mytilini (MJT) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 4hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lesbos to Rethimno is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around €310 ($310).

How do I get from Lesbos to Rethimno

Compare travel optionsbetween Lesbos and Rethimno

Transport options from Lesbos to Rethimno
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4hrs
€310($310)
on demand642km (399 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
16h 30m
€245($245)
once a week752km (467 miles)
Taxi and Ferry11h 40m
€280($280)
once a week554km (344 miles)
Ferry and Bus1 day 21h
€175($175)
once a week2,329km (1,447 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Lesbos and Rethimno

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Airports near Rethimno

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

CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
36km (22 miles) from Rethimno
HER
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
International Airport
Distance
64km (40 miles) from Rethimno
JTR
Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
146km (91 miles) from Rethimno