The island of Lefkada is well equipped with petrol stations, so you don’t have to worry for running out of fuel. Most of local petrol stations were built on the east side of the island, primarily in the largest villages.

The capital of the island, Lefkada town leads in the number of fuel stations to refuel cars, scooter and bikes, with more than 7 stations. Other significant fuel stations are located in Nidri, Lygia, Vlyho, Marantochori and Vasiliki, everywhere situated directly next to the main road.

One of the most important informations about local fuel stations, that on the west coast of Lefkada there were built much less of these. It’s recommended do not leave the fuel tank empty, if you would like to drive to the west coast. When you stay on the west coast during your holiday, the nearest filling stations are between Agios Nikitas and Kathisma beach in the north, and in Vasiliki village in the south.

How the petrol stations work in Lefkada, fuels and hints for refuelling

The petrol stations of Lefkada are operated by local families, and international companies both. Some local businessmen have contract to operate known brands filling stations as a franchise, and use the logos officially.

Brands of petrol stations in Lefkada: EKO, Elin, BP, Shell, Revoil, Sklavenitis Petrol

The sizes of the fuel stations are varied, there can be find smaller and larger ones. Don’t be afraid, the quality of the fuel at the stations is good. Smaller stations in some cases don’t accept credit cards, just cash, so always ask the staff for payment options.

The prices of the fuels are slightly higher in Lefkada than the Greek mainland, which is the same situation as other Greek islands. The cheapest stations are usually near the largest towns of the island, while further away the fuel prices are getting higher.

Unleaded 95 / Diesel fuels

All the fuel stations in Lefkada offer unleaded (known as unleaded 95, or 95 benzine, or gasoline) petrols and diesel fuels both. The standard octane rating at the stations is 95, which is recommended for all the petrol cars, but the larger filling stations offer premium petrols with larger octane numbers. In the shops of the petrol stations you can find also other liquids for your car like lubricants, motor oils, windshield washer, and other necessary things.

LPG

If your car is running on LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas), there are some LPG stations in the island: these filling stations are located in Lefkada town, in Nidri and in Vasiliki.

Locations of petrol stations: Lefkada town, Nidri, Vasiliki, Vlicho, Marantochori, Lygia, Lazarata, Agios Nikitas