Getting from Astakos to Kefalonia

If you are heading to Kefalonia from Astakos you are making the most natural connection from the port, to the largest of the Ionian islands just across the water. It is mountainous with dramatic cliffs, turquoise bays and some of the finest beaches in Greece.

Take the ferry

There is a direct ferry from Astakos to Kefalonia running daily, operated by Ionion Pelagos. The ferry goes to Sami port on Kefalonia and takes around 2 hours 20 minutes. It is the most natural and direct connection from Astakos and one of the most effortless island connections on the western Greek coast. The service carries both passengers and vehicles year-round.

Getting there by air

Kefalonia has an international airport with connections from Athens. Astakos has no airport either. The direct ferry is considerably more practical than flying for this very short connection given the direct sea route between the two.

Your best option

Take the direct ferry from Astakos to Sami on Kefalonia. It runs daily and carries vehicles making it effortless for travelers with or without a car. Check the schedule in advance as departure times vary by season. From Sami you are well placed to explore the whole island with a car or take the short ferry across to Ithaca from there.