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In the summer there are about 16 ferry services daily from Kefalonia while in winter there is a limited range of sailings to Piraeus and nearby islands.

On this page you'll find all the information you need to plan and book a ferry to Kefalonia, but for the latest prices and sailings please use our booking form above.

Kefalonia (also spelt Cephalonia) is connected by ferry to the other Ionian islands, the Greek mainland and Italy. Kefalonia currently has two working commercial ferry ports: Poros and Sami. Poros is the main port of the island and may be called Kefalonia port or Kefalonia (Poros). It's important to not get confused between the island of Poros and the port of Poros in Kefalonia!

Kefalonia is one of the largest islands in the Ionian Sea and quite a popular destination. The island is known for its intense vegetation and beautiful beaches.

Kefalonia ferry schedules

Why visit Kefalonia?

Poros (Kefalonia)

  • Visit the breathtaking Melissani lake and cave by boat
  • Explore Ainos National Park: bike, hike or walk. Perfect for nature lovers
  • Go inside the massive Drongarati cave. It's 95 metres long and very impressive
  • Visit the villages. We especially recommend the fishing village of Fiscardo
  • Swim at Myrtos beach. One of the most famous beaches in Greece. It can't be missed

Sami (Kefalonia)

  • Visit the breathtaking Melissani lake and cave by boat
  • Explore Ainos National Park: bike, hike or walk. Perfect for nature lovers
  • Go inside the massive Drongarati cave. It's 95 metres long and very impressive
  • Visit the villages. We especially recommend the fishing village of Fiscardo
  • Swim at Myrtos beach. One of the most famous beaches in Greece. It can't be missed

Island hopping around Kefalonia

Poros (Kefalonia)

Poros (Kefalonia) is one of the Ionian islands and so it’s the ideal base if you want to hop from island to island. You can easily book quick ferries to Ithaca and Kyllini.

Sami (Kefalonia)

Sami (Kefalonia) is one of the Ionian islands islands and so it’s the ideal base if you want to hop from island to island. You can easily book quick ferries to Ithaca, and Astakos and Corfu.

Kefalonia port addresses & GPS

Sami (Kefalonia) Port
Sami (Kefalonia) Port, Sami Town, Ionian Islands, 28080, Greece.
Telephone: +30 26740 22031
Fax: +30 26740 22031
GPS Co-ordinates
20.6476 ° N, 38.2543 ° E
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Poros (Kefalonia) Port
Port of Poros (Kefalonia), Poros, Ionian Islands, 28086, Greece.
Telephone: +30 2674072460
GPS Co-ordinates
20.783 ° N, 38.1475 ° E
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Port facilities

Poros (Kefalonia)

Poros (Kefalonia) port is located directly in the capital town of the island. You can find car rentals, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, supermarkets and ATMs.

No parking facilities, long or short term, are available.

In the summer months the port can be become quite chaotic with long queues for cars. So please arrive at least one hour in advance if travelling by car. For more information about Poros (Kefalonia), you can visit Wikipedia.

Sami (Kefalonia)

Sami (Kefalonia) port is located directly in the second town of the island. You can find car rentals, restaurants, gas stations, hotels, supermarkets and ATMs.

No parking facilities, long or short term, are available.

In the summer months the port can become quite chaotic with long queues for cars. So please arrive at least one hour in advance if travelling by car. For more information about Sami (Kefalonia), you can visit Wikipedia.

Getting to and from the ports

Poros (Kefalonia)

By car

Poros (Kefalonia) port is easy to reach by road and well signposted. You should have no problem finding it. Note that it's on the other side of the island to the capital Argostolion. It takes an hour to drive there from the capital.

By Taxi

Poros (Kefalonia) has enough taxis however be proactive during the peak season.

By Bus

KTEL offers regular busses from Poros (Kefalonia) to the rest of the island throughout the summer.

On Foot

As the port is located in the main town it’s very easy to go there on foot.

Sami (Kefalonia)

By car

Sami port is easy to reach by road and well signposted. You should have no problem finding it.

By Taxi

Kefalonia has enough taxis however be proactive during the peak season.

By Bus

KTEL offers regular busses from Sami to the rest of the island throughout the summer.

On Foot

As the port is located in the main town of Sami (Kefalonia), it’s very easy to reach by foot.

Frequently asked questions for Kefalonia ferries

Flights to Kefalonia Kefalonia Airport "Anna Pollatou" (EFL) has domestic flights from Athens, Corfu and Zakynthos and in the summer has flights from many countries throughout Europe: both charter flights and scheduled. The airport is about 20 minutes by car or bus from the capital Argostoli. Ferries to Kefalonia Taking the ferry is also a very popular way to reach the island especially from the mainland port of Kyllini.
Kefalonia is served by Levante Ferries and Ionion Pelagos.
  • Route: Kyllini to Kefalonia: Average one way cost per person traveling on foot in July: € 10.50
In Kefalonia, there are two ports: Poros and Sami. There are travel agencies where you can pick up your tickets at both of the ports.
To get your ticket printed make sure you have a printout or a copy of your reservation on your phone and a valid form of photographic ID - for example, your passport or ID card.

Our tips to get a cheap ticket to Kefalonia:

  • Book in advance Prices always go up the closer you book to your departure date.
  • Compare ferry companies side by side using a service like Zas Ferries
You can travel to Kefalonia from these mainland ports:
  • Killini: Runs all year every day with a duration of around 1 hour and trirty minutes.
  • On foot: Please arrive at least one hour before you travel.
  • By car: Please arrive at least two hours before you travel and in July and August allow for traffic jams on your journey.
Yes, you can take your dog or other pet on the ferry but it isn't possible to book a space in the kennel in advance. All Greek ships by law must have some kennel space.
  • On conventional ferries If you are travelling on conventional ferry (not a fast ferry or catamaran) there is normally space available in the kennels and you should also be able to have your dog on all deck areas (but not inside) with you. Strictly speaking, this at the discretion of the ferry company but in general you should have no issues - though please take a muzzle with you just in case and keep your dog on a leash at all times. Small sized dogs and cats can travel in the ship as long as they stay inside a special travel box. The other option, for absolute peace of mind, is to book a pet cabin. These are like normal cabins but have linoleum flooring. They are also available for day crossings at reasonable prices. This way you don't have to worry about finding space in the kennels and you and your dog or cat can relax. In July and August ferries can get very busy with people and other dogs.
    • On fast ferries or catamarans Fast ferries and catamarans will also have kennels but these will be limited in number. In addition, the majority of fast ferries (though there are exceptions) don't have open deck space accessible throughout the journey, so you will not be able to stay out with your pet during your crossing. However, if your pet is small and inside a travel box you will be able to keep him or her inside.
Yes, we accept PayPal and if your debit card is issued by Visa or Mastercard then you should have no issues paying by debit card.
You can take your bike with you for free to or from Kefalonia, if you travel on large ships such as those from the companies Levante Ferries and others. However, on ships without a garage, bicycles are normally not allowed inside. You'll see if the ship has a garage when making your reservation. Kefalonia can be busy in the summer so it is a good idea to tell a member of the port staff that you have a bike in case you might need extra assistance.
Kefalonia is most popular in the summer months but good weather normally lasts until the end of September and the first weeks of October. There are also plenty of places to visit in the winter.

Latest prices for Kefalonia ferries

Latest booked prices

Route
Poros (Kefalonia) to Ithaca Ferry
Company
Price
15 €
Fare details
  • Booked: 25/06/2021
  • Travel: 29/06/2021 - 01/08/2021
  • People: One foot passenger
Route
Bari to Sami Ferry
Company
Price
108 €
Fare details
  • Booked: 12/05/2021
  • Travel: 03/08/2021 - 05/08/2021
  • People: Two foot passengers

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