How to travel from Naxos to Lemnos, Greece

The distance between Naxos and Lemnos is around 427km (266 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 15m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Naxos to Lemnos by ferry, bus and plane. 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 Naxos Is (JNX) to Limnos (LXS).

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €235($235)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Lemnos.

  • Duration14h 25m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €140($140)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Lemnos

There are several options for getting from Naxos to Lemnos by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €140 ($140) and will take around 14h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €235 ($235).

The distance between Naxos and Lemnos is around 427km (266 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 318km (198 miles)

It takes around 14h 25m to get from Naxos and Lemnos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Naxos to Lemnos is to fly which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx €235 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Lemnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €140 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Lemnos. The ferry typically takes around 14h 25m and departs once a week.

Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Naxos and Lemnos. Ferries run once a week and take around 14h 25m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naxos and Lemnos. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Limnos (LXS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Naxos to Lemnos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naxos to Lemnos typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) 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 Naxos to Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Lemnos. instead which will take 14h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Lemnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 14h 25m and will usually cost around €140 ($140).

How do I get from Naxos to Lemnos

Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Lemnos

Transport options from Naxos to Lemnos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 15m
€235($235)
on demand427km (266 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
14h 25m
€140($140)
once a week585km (364 miles)
Ferry via Laurio15h 30m
€155($155)
once a week457km (284 miles)
Ferry and Bus16h 10m
€190($190)
6 times a week1,018km (633 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Naxos and Lemnos

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Airports near Lemnos

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

LXS
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
International Airport
Distance
7km (5 miles) from Lemnos
KVA
Kavala International Airport (KVA)
International Airport
Distance
120km (75 miles) from Lemnos
SKU
Skiros Airport (SKU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
121km (75 miles) from Lemnos