Ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia

Take advantage of year-round discounts of up to 50% and travel by ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia with lower-cost ferry tickets. The discounts differ from one company to another, however you can typically expect reduced ticket prices for the following passenger categories:

• Children from 4 to 12 years old
• Students of Greek Public Universities and ISIC cardholders
• Permanent island residents (holders of Unique Islander Number)

Note: infants and toddlers up to 3 years travel free of charge.

The conventional ferries serving the Lefkada - Kefalonia route are equipped with a modern range of amenities for a comfortable and relaxed journey. On board, you will find air-conditioned lounges and deck seating, as well as bars serving drinks, beverages, and snacks. On some ferries, there is also a Wi-Fi hot-spot, to stay connected during your trip.

Cabins and accommodation

The journey from Lefkada to Kefalonia is quite short, so the ferries do not have cabins. You can enjoy the trip in the air-conditioned lounges or out on deck.

Luggage

Greek ferry companies are generally quite flexible when it comes to luggage policy. When traveling with Ionion Pelagos ferries, you are allowed to bring as many bags as you can carry, regardless of size or weight, free of charge.

On Lefkada Palace ferries you are entitled to 50 kg of luggage, at no extra charge.

Traveling with pets

You can travel with your pet free of charge on all ferries from Lefkada to Kefalonia. Just remember to include your pet in the reservation.

Make sure to carry along the necessary health documents, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for your trip.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Lefkada to Kefalonia:

• The ports in Lefkada can get quite busy during the summer, so it is recommended you arrive there at least 1 hour before your ferry is scheduled to depart, especially if you are travelling with a vehicle.
• Don’t forget to pack your swimwear, as Kefalonia has some of the best beaches in the Ionian.
• Aside from its natural beauty, Kefalonia is also renowned for its wine and cheese varieties.
• From Kefalonia you can also travel to Corfu, Zakynthos and Paxi in the Ionian. Check out the Map of ferries for all the connections and plan your island-hopping adventure in just a few clicks.

Where to take the ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia

Ferries to Kefalonia depart from 2 ports in Lefkada: Chora and Vasiliki.

• The port of Chora is located in the northern part of Lefkada, in the narrow channel between the island and mainland Greece.
• Vasiliki is the southernmost port on the island of Lefkada, about 22 km from Nydri and about 38 km from the town of Lefkada.

Where does the ferry arrive in Kefalonia?

Ferries from Lefkada arrive at 2 ports in Kefalonia: Sami on the east side of the island and Fiskardo on the north side.

Sami is about 26 km (40 minutes by car) from Argostoli, while Fiskardo is about 50 km (just over 1 hour by car) from the capital of Kefalonia.

In addition to driving or catching a taxi, you can reach the two ports by bus from Argostoli and other areas of the island.