Ferry to Kefalonia

Ferries to Kefalonia depart from the ports of Kilini and Patras, in west Peloponnese. The ferry trip from Kilini to Kefalonia lasts for 1 and a half hours and from Patras to Kefalonia for 3 hours. Kefalonia island is directly connected by ferry with Bari and Brindisi in Italy, Zakynthos, Corfu and Ithaki. Note tha Kefalonia has 4 ports: Sami and Poros are the main ports, but Argostoli and Lixouri are local ports making ferry routes from one another.

There are daily ferries to Kefalonia from Kilini and Patras ports. In the summer, ferry routes are more frequent and there are also many daily ferries to Kefalonia from other Ionian islands.

At least 3 ferries from Kilini to Kefalonia (Poros port) depart every day from morning to night. The duration of the ferry trip from Kilini to Kefalonia is 1 and a half hours. The cost of the ferry ticket for this itinerary is '10' 'EUR' (10 Euros).
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There is at least one ferry connection between Patras and Kefalonia (Sami port) on a daily basis. The ferry trip from Patras to Kefalonia lasts for 3 hours and the cost of the ferry ticket is '13' 'EUR' (13 Euros).
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There are many ferries from Ithaki to Kefalonia (Poros and Sami) every day. The duration of the ferry trip is 20-50 minutes and the cost of the ferry ticket is '2' 'EUR' (2 Euros) - '8' 'EUR' (8 Euros).
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The only type of ferry that travels to/from Kefalonia is the conventional ferry. The main ferry company that serves itineraries to Kefalonia is the Ionian Group ferry company.

Kefalonia is a good base for island-hopping to the Ionian islands. Some of the most popular island-hopping routes from Kefalonia are from Kefalonia to Zakynthos, from Kefalonia to Ithaki, and from Kefalonia to Corfu.

Travel tips to organize your travel:

• Kefalonia has 2 ports, Poros and Sami, so make sure you double-check at which port you arrive. Usually, ferries from Kilini arrive at Poros port, and ferries from Patras arrive at Sami port.
• The best way to plan your trip to Kefalonia is to book your ferry tickets in advance, as Greek ferries may be fully booked, especially in July and August.
• Patras is 3 hours away from Athens and Kilini is 3.5 hours away from Athens. The best way to reach these ports is either by car or by bus from the Central Bus Station in Kifisos.

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Kefalonia became known all over the world when it constitued the wonderful setting for the Hollywood movie “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin”. Scenes from the film were filmed in Sami, Argostoli and Antisamos.

Kefalonia is the largest and greenest island of the Ionian Sea. It is located between Lefkada and Zakynthos, with frequent connections by ferry to Kefalonia. The island has a population of 45,000 permanent inhabitants, whose main resource comes from agriculture, fishing and tourism. The landscape of Kefalonia is very mountainous. In fact, its highest peak is Mount Ainos, which has been declared a National Natural Park.

Excavations have shown that the history of Kefalonia started in the ancient times. However, the island reached its cultural peak during the Venetian rule, which lasted from the 15th till the 19th century. That period, many schools and theatres opened, while the local noblemen would go to Italy to study. Important public works were also built, like bridges, public buildings, lighthouses and roads. Unfortunately, the earthquake that hit Kefalonia in 1953 destroyed many of these works and caused severe damages.

The capital of Kefalonia is Argostoli, a place with nice architecture. The trademark of Argostoli is the De Bosset Bridge, which was built in 1833 and connects the town to the opposite peninsula. Other beautiful villages on Kefalonia are Fiscardo, on the northern side, and Lixouri, right opposite Argostoli. Both these villages have colorful houses and lovely ports with lots of fish taverns and relaxing waterfronts to stroll around.

Apart from traditional villages, Kefalonia also has wonderful beaches. In fact, they are considered among the best beaches in the Mediterranean. The most photographed beach of Kefalonia is certainly Myrtos, a large bay with exotic blue water. Other beautiful beaches on Kefalonia are Antisamos, Skala and Xi.

Hop on a ferry to Kefalonia for amazing beaches, emerald waters, beautiful natural landscapes, and yummy food!

• The Hollywood movie “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” was filmed in Kefalonia.
• The island has a population of 45,000 permanent inhabitants, whose main occupations are agriculture, fishing, and tourism.
• The landscape of Kefalonia is very mountainous. Its highest peak of the island is Mount Athos, which has been declared as a National Natural Park.
• The most popular beaches in Kefalonia are Myrtos, Antisamos, Skala, and Xi.

The best season to visit Kefalonia is the summer, if you want to enjoy the island’s beaches and nature. However, Kefalonia is also beautiful in spring, when nature is in full bloom and the weather is warm.

Kefalonia is a great option for holidays with family and friends, as it offers a wide variety of landscapes and accommodations for every taste.

In Kefalonia, you’ll find many amazing places for sightseeing. Melissani Cave, Drogarati Cave, the Archaeological Museum, Katavothres, and the Castle of Saint George should be on your list!

Discover more online resources about Kefalonia island:

• Kefaloniaisland.org: The official website of Kefalonia.
• Kefalonia by Wikipedia: Kefalonia by the most famous online Encyclopedia.