How to travel from Milos to Lemnos, Greece
The distance between Milos and Lemnos is around 422km (262 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Milos to Lemnos 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 Lemnos → Milos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Milos (MLO) to Limnos (LXS).
- Duration2h 30m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€210($210)
+ 1 others1 similiar route
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Kýthnos then Laurio and then to Myrina.
- Duration15h 55m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€150($150)
Multiple ferry operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the train to Thessaloniki then take a ferry to Lemnos.
- Duration14hrs
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€155($155)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Milos and Lemnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Milos to Lemnos by ferry, train, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €75 ($75) and will take around 23h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €210 ($210).
The distance between Milos and Lemnos is around 422km (262 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 360km (224 miles)
It takes around 14hrs to get from Milos and Lemnos by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Milos to Lemnos is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx €210 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Milos and Lemnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €75 ($75) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Milos and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Milos (MLO) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Milos and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Milos (MLO) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 30m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Milos and Lemnos. The ferry typically takes around 15h 55m and departs once a week.
Zante Ferries, Seajets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Milos and Lemnos. Ferries run once a week and take around 15h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Milos and Lemnos. Flights depart from Milos (MLO) and arrive at Limnos (LXS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Milos to Lemnos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Milos to Lemnos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Milos (MLO) and and arrive into Limnos (LXS).
The closest major airport to Lemnos is Lemnos International Airport (LXS) (LXS) which is approximately 7km (5 miles) from Lemnos. Kavala International Airport (KVA) (KVA) and Skiros Airport (SKU) (SKU) 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 Milos to Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Piraeus then take the train to Thessaloniki then take a ferry to Lemnos. instead which will take 14hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Milos to Lemnos is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 14hrs and will usually cost around €155 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Milos and Lemnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 2h 30m | €210($210) | hourly | 422km (262 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 6h 45m | €215($215) | once daily | 696km (433 miles) |
Ferry + 3 similar | 15h 55m | €150($150) | once a week | 451km (280 miles) |
| Ferry via Syros | 23h 20m | €75($75) | once a week | 986km (613 miles) |
| Ferry via Syros | 24h 20m | €125($125) | once a week | 820km (510 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 16h 25m | €190($190) | 6 times a week | 1,012km (629 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 14hrs | €155($155) | once a week | 962km (598 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Milos and Lemnos
Ferry operators
Bus companies
KTEL Thessalonikis
KTEL Kavalas
Airlines
Sky Express
Airports near Lemnos
The following major airports near Lemnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
- Distance
- 7km (5 miles) from Lemnos
Kavala International Airport (KVA)
- Distance
- 120km (75 miles) from Lemnos
Skiros Airport (SKU)
- Distance
- 121km (75 miles) from Lemnos