Lefkada is accessible via direct flights to Aktio Airport or by flying to Athens and continuing by land.
You can also travel by boat from Corfu, Preveza, or Kefalonia, enjoying a short and pleasant journey with a Greek atmosphere.
With various travel options from across Europe and Greece, Lefkada is closer than ever!
In this comprehensive guide, you’ll find all the information for an easy and convenient arrival to your perfect vacation.
Direct Arrival to Lefkada from Outside Greece
Aktio Preveza Airport (PVK)
The closest airport to Lefkada is located in Aktio, near the city of Preveza, about 20 minutes by car from the bridge leading to Lefkada.
Seasonal direct flights during summer (May-October) include charter flights from Israel and many European cities.
Bus from Preveza to Lefkada
KTEL operates buses from Leoforos Ionion station in Preveza to Lefkada
Journey time: about 40 minutes
Price: about €3.80 one-way
Frequency: 2-6 buses daily
Schedule and ticket purchase: click here
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season (preferably by phone).
Contact information:
- Lefkas station: +30 26450-22364
- Preveza station: +30 26820-22213
Getting to Lefkada from within Greece
Athens Airport - Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)
Daily flights to Athens are offered by various airlines, usually at lower prices than direct flights.
From Athens airport, you can rent a car for a four-hour drive on comfortable toll roads that offer rest stops along the way.
Bus from Athens to Lefkada
KTEL operates buses from Kifissos Bus Station in Athens to Lefkada
Journey time: about 5-6 hours
Price: about €35 one-way
Frequency: 3-4 buses daily
Ticket purchase: click here
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season (preferably by phone).
Schedule (subject to change depending on season or operational reasons):
Weekdays (Monday to Saturday): 07:00 • 13:00 • 19:00
Sundays: 09:00 • 13:00 • 19:00
Contact information:
- Athens station: +30 21051-50108
Bus from Lefkada to Athens
Schedule (subject to change depending on season or operational reasons):
Weekdays (Monday to Saturday): 08:30 • 12:30 • 15:30
Thessaloniki Airport Macedonia (SKG)
Daily flights to Thessaloniki are available from various airlines at attractive prices.
From the airport, you can rent a car or travel to the central “Macedonia” station. From there, comfortable buses depart to Lefkada via quality roads offering breathtaking views and scheduled stops along the route.
Bus from Thessaloniki to Lefkada
KTEL operates buses from Makedonia station to Lefkada
Journey time: about 5-6 hours
Price: about €40 one-way
Frequency: 1-2 buses daily
Schedule and ticket purchase: click here
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season (preferably by phone).
Contact information:
- Lefkas station: +30 26450-22364
- Macedonia station: +30 23105-95412
Getting to Lefkada by Ferry from Neighboring Islands
Corfu >> Lefkada
Ferries from Corfu to Nidri Port in Lefkada
Ferry companies: Ionion Pelagos
Journey time: about 1.5 hours
Price: about €10-15 per person
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season.
Kefalonia >> Lefkada
Ferries from Kefalonia to Vasiliki Port in Lefkada
Ferry companies: West Ferry
Journey time: about 45 minutes
Price: about €8-12 per person, about €25-35 per vehicle.
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season.
Getting from Lefkada to Athens
Bus from Lefkada to Athens
KTEL operates buses from Ktel Lefkada station to Athens
Journey time: about 5-6 hours
Price: about €35 one-way
Frequency: 3-4 buses daily
Ticket purchase: click here
**It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during the summer season (preferably by phone).
Schedule (subject to change depending on season or operational reasons):
Weekdays (Monday to Saturday): 08:30 • 09:30 • 12:30 • 19:15
Sundays: 09:30 • 12:30 • 16:30 • 19:15
Contact information:
- Lefkas station: +30 26450-22364