How to travel from Skiros to Lemnos, Greece

The distance between Skiros and Lemnos is around 403km (250 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Skiros to Lemnos by ferry 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 Skyros (SKU) to Limnos (LXS).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €195($195)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Athens - KTEL Liosion and then to Lemnos.

  • Duration22h 50m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €115($115)
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Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Skiros and Lemnos

There are several options for getting from Skiros to Lemnos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €115 ($115) and will take around 22h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €195 ($195).

The distance between Skiros and Lemnos is around 403km (250 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 127km (79 miles)

It takes around 22h 50m to get from Skiros and Lemnos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Skiros to Lemnos is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €195 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Skiros and Lemnos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €115 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Skiros and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Skyros (SKU) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Skiros and Lemnos. We recommend that you fly from Skyros (SKU) to Limnos (LXS). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Skiros and Lemnos. The ferry typically takes around 22h 50m and departs twice a week.

KTEL Evias and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Skiros and Lemnos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 22h 50m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Skiros and Lemnos. Flights depart from Skyros (SKU) and arrive at Limnos (LXS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Skiros to Lemnos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Skiros to Lemnos typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Skyros (SKU) 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 Skiros to Lemnos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Athens - KTEL Liosion and then to Lemnos. instead which will take 22h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Skiros to Lemnos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 22h 50m and will usually cost around €115 ($115).

How do I get from Skiros to Lemnos

Compare travel optionsbetween Skiros and Lemnos

Transport options from Skiros to Lemnos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 20m
€195($195)
on demand403km (250 miles)
Ferry and Plane5h 55m
€165($165)
once daily510km (317 miles)
Ferry
22h 50m
€115($115)
twice a week921km (572 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Skiros and Lemnos

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Airlines

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