Getting from Agios Efstratios to Thessaloniki

If you are heading to Thessaloniki from Agios Efstratios you are making your way from one of the most isolated islands in the northern Aegean to the second largest city in Greece, in the north of the country.

Take the ferry

There is a seasonal ferry connection from Agios Efstratios to Thessaloniki, running via Kavala and stopping at Lemnos along the way. The service runs a limited number of times per week in summer so check the schedule carefully as it is not a year-round connection. Getting there by sea from Agios Efstratios takes the better part of a day including the stops.

Getting there by air

Agios Efstratios has no airport. The nearest airport is Lemnos, which has direct connections to Thessaloniki. Taking the ferry from Agios Efstratios to Lemnos, which takes around 1 hour 30 minutes, and then flying directly to Thessaloniki is the most practical approach. Total journey time is around 3 to 4 hours depending on ferry and flight timings.

Your best option

Take the ferry from Agios Efstratios to Lemnos and fly directly to Thessaloniki. It avoids going through Athens entirely and is considerably faster than any sea connection. If you are traveling with a car, the seasonal ferry from Agios Efstratios via Kavala to Thessaloniki is worth checking if the schedule aligns with your dates.