Ferry Kefalonia Ithaca

Discover the best ferries from Kefalonia to Ithaca, travel tips, prices, and much more. Here we go!

In brief, a ferry can take you from Kefalonia to Ithaca quickly and conveniently!
- Ferries are available throughout the year from the port of Sami.
- The route is operated only by conventional ferries.
- A standard ticket costs between '3' 'EUR' (3 euros) and '5' 'EUR' (5 euros), depending on the company.

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A ferry from Levante Ferries in Poros Port, Kefalonia

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There are ferries from Kefalonia to Ithaca throughout the year, but routes are more frequent during summer.
More specifically, there are 4-5 daily ferry connections in the high season and 2 during the off-season.
The first ferry to Ithaca departs from Sami Port at 07:05 and the last one at 20:45.

Only conventional ferries operate the route from Kefalonia to Ithaca.
Such vessels are large and slow, but they are also cheap.
Additionally, conventional ferries have big garages and can transport numerous vehicles.

The distance between Kefalonia and Ithaca is 6 nautical miles (7 miles or 11 kilometers).
The duration of the crossing varies between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on the company.
The fastest option is Andreas Kalvos by Levante Ferries.

Depending on the ferry you choose for your trip, prices for the route from Kefalonia to Ithaca range between '3' 'EUR' (3 Euros) to '5' 'EUR' (5 Euros).
The only type of seat available is a standard/economy seat.

Ticket discounts may be available for certain categories of passengers, including disabled people, ISIC card holders, and others. Children under a certain age may travel for free. Note that each company has its own discount policies.

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Standard/economy seats are the only available type of seat for this route. They are situated on the deck or in internal lounges and are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. Therefore, we recommend boarding the ferry as soon as possible to get a comfortable seat.

The port of Sami is located 26 km from Argostoli, the island’s capital. It is a small port so spotting your ferry is easy.

In Ithaca, the ferry port lies in Pisaetos, 7 km from the capital, Vathy.

In any case, make sure to arrive at the port at least 1 hour in advance since you may encounter traffic, especially if you are traveling during the high season.

Luggage policies in Greek ferries are quite flexible.
Most companies allow 40 kg or 0.5 cubic meters of luggage per passenger and provide a luggage storage area on each ferry. If you wish, though, you can take your luggage with you to the lounges or the deck (if available).
Leaving bulky suitcases in the designated area and carrying only your personal belongings (wallet, keys, mobile phone, etc.) is recommended.

You need to purchase a vehicle ticket to take your car or motorbike to Ithaca.
Drivers should be at the port 1 hour to 1.5 hours before the official departure time.
For safety reasons, entering the garage while the ferry is sailing is forbidden.
Note: Many car rental companies do not allow customers to ferry their vehicles. We recommend avoiding purchasing a vehicle ticket before contacting your car rental company.

Ithaca does not have an airport, thus, you can only reach the island via ferry. There are routes available from the ports of Patra and Kilini in the Peloponnese and Astakos Port in Western Greece.
Ferries from Patra and Astakos reach Sami while ferries from Kilini arrive at Poros.

Dexia Beach in Ithaca

Known as the home of Ulysses from Homer's Odyssey, Ithaca is a peaceful island favored by travelers for its serene natural environment, exotic beaches and slow pace of life that have remained unspoiled by mass tourism.

You can find the best things to see & do on the island in our mini-guide for Ithaca.