The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
25 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Kefalonia (Island) for Ithaki on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 23 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ionion Pelagos | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Ionion Pelagos | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 AM Kefalonia (Island) | 0h30 | 7:15 AM Ithaki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Kefalonia (Island) | 0h20 | 2:05 PM Ithaki | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki



Distance 12 nautical miles (23 km) |
Average sailing duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 18 |
Fastest ferry 20m |
First ferry 07:05 |
Last ferry 22:00 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki start from as low as $3 (€2) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $4 (€3) depending on the train type and class.
Ferry operators: Ionion Pelagos, Levante Ferries, Lefkada Palace from Kefalonia (Island) to IthakiYou can travel by ferry between Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki with Ionion Pelagos, Levante Ferries, Lefkada Palace for as low as $3 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ithaki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Kefalonia (Island), you have various port options to start your journey from including Sami, Fiskardo and Poros. When arriving in Ithaki (Island), you can end your trip in ports like Ithaka (Pisaetos) and Frikes.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Sami, which is located around 9.2 miles (14.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Ithaka (Pisaetos), located 4.1 miles (6.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kefalonia (Island) to Ithaki
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Taverna Melissani (0.3km)
- Mermaid (0.5km)
- Il Familia (0.7km)
- Main companies are Kefalonia Taxi and Sami Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus line 2, Sami Port stop
- Panormos Restaurant (0.3km)
- Tselenti (0.4km)
- Lord Falcon (0.5km)
- Main companies are Kefalonia Taxi and Radio Taxi Kefalonia.
- Free
- Bus Line 5, Fiskardo Bus Stop
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- O Batis Taverna (0.3km)
- Taverna Spavento (0.5km)
- Restaurant Poseidon (0.8km)
- Main companies are Ithaca Taxis and Kefalonia Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line to Vathy, stop at Pisaetos
- Rementzo (0.2km)
- Symposium Cafe (0.3km)
- Odysseus Restaurant (0.4km)
- Main companies are Lefkada Taxi and Ionian Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 2, Frikes stop
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