How to travel from Naxos to Lesbos, Greece

The distance between Naxos and Lesbos is around 313km (195 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Naxos to Lesbos by ferry, taxi, 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 Mytilini (MJT).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €240($240)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others
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3 x ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos then Mesta Chios and then to Mytilene.

  • Duration8h 25m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €210($210)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

3 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Lesbos

There are several options for getting from Naxos to Lesbos by ferry, taxi, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €150 ($150) and will take around 8h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €240 ($240).

The distance between Naxos and Lesbos is around 313km (195 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 240km (149 miles)

It takes around 7h 40m to get from Naxos and Lesbos by ferry and taxi.

The quickest way to get from Naxos to Lesbos is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €240 ($240).

The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Lesbos is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €150 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Lesbos. The ferry typically takes around 8h 25m and departs once a week.

Seajets, Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Naxos and Lesbos. Ferries run once a week and take around 8h 25m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naxos and Lesbos. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Mytilini (MJT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Naxos to Lesbos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naxos to Lesbos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and and arrive into Mytilini (MJT).

The closest major airport to Lesbos is Mytilene International Airport (MJT) (MJT) which is approximately 54km (33 miles) from Lesbos. Chios Airport (JKH) (JKH) and Lemnos International Airport (LXS) (LXS) 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 Lesbos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Sigri Lesvos then take a taxi to Lesbos. instead which will take 7h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Lesbos is to take a ferry and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around €195 ($195).

How do I get from Naxos to Lesbos

Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Lesbos

Transport options from Naxos to Lesbos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 25m
€240($240)
on demand456km (283 miles)
Ferry + 3 similar
8h 25m
€210($210)
once a week429km (267 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos10h 15m
€165($165)
once a week456km (283 miles)
Ferry and Taxi7h 40m
€195($195)
once a week313km (195 miles)
Ferry and Bus8h 40m
€150($150)
once a week334km (207 miles)

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Airports near Lesbos

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

MJT
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
International Airport
Distance
54km (33 miles) from Lesbos
JKH
Chios Airport (JKH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Lesbos
LXS
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
International Airport
Distance
106km (66 miles) from Lesbos