How to travel from Rethimno to Lesbos, Greece
The distance between Rethimno and Lesbos is around 553km (344 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Rethimno to Lesbos by plane, ferry, taxi and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lesbos → Rethimno if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Chania (CHQ) to Mytilini (MJT).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost€305($305)
Aegean Airlines
+ 1 others1 similiar route
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Ferry and Taxi
Take a ferry to Santorini then Mykonos and then to Sigri Lesvos then take a taxi to Lesbos.
- Duration11h 50m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€280($280)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Rethimno and Lesbos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Rethimno to Lesbos by plane, ferry, taxi and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around €180 ($180) and will take around 1 day 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €305 ($305).
The distance between Rethimno and Lesbos is around 553km (344 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 444km (276 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Rethimno and Lesbos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Rethimno to Lesbos is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx €305 ($305).
The cheapest way to travel between Rethimno and Lesbos is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €180 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Rethimno and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Rethimno and Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Rethimno and Lesbos. Flights depart from Chania (CHQ) and arrive at Mytilini (MJT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Rethimno to Lesbos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Rethimno to Lesbos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Chania (CHQ) 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 Rethimno to Lesbos. We recommend that you fly from Chania (CHQ) to Mytilini (MJT). instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Rethimno to Lesbos is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around €305 ($305).
Compare travel optionsbetween Rethimno and Lesbos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 35m | €305($305) | on demand | 631km (392 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 6h 25m | €385($385) | once daily | 663km (412 miles) |
Ferry and Taxi + 3 similar | 11h 50m | €280($280) | once a week | 553km (344 miles) |
| Taxi and Ferry | 13h 10m | €305($305) | once a week | 717km (446 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 15h 55m | €185($185) | once a week | 753km (468 miles) |
| Bus to Heraklion, ferry | 1 day 23h | €180($180) | twice a week | 2,355km (1,463 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Rethimno and Lesbos
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Sky Express
Bus companies
Citylines
Huntur
Kamil Koc
MetroTurizm
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Turyol
Airports near Lesbos
The following major airports near Lesbos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
- Distance
- 54km (33 miles) from Lesbos
Chios Airport (JKH)
- Distance
- 93km (58 miles) from Lesbos
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Lesbos