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Compare flight and ferry for Kefalonia (Island) to Bari
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €67, while a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 246 nautical miles (456 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price | €45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 4m Average total duration 17h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari:
A ferry is €72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari costing on average €139.
Other travel options to Bari take longer:
Ferry takes on average 17h 4m.
Why should you book Kefalonia (Island) to Bari ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Superfast Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Superfast Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ventouris Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Superfast Ferries with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Ventouris Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari
Ferries from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 14:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest ferry covers the 246 nautical miles (456 km) distance in 14h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari are available to foot passengers.


Distance 246 nautical miles (456 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 14h 45m |
First ferry 2:30 PM |
Last ferry 8:15 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Superfast Ferries, Ventouris Ferries from Kefalonia (Island) to BariYou can travel by ferry between Kefalonia (Island) to Bari with Superfast Ferries, Ventouris Ferries for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Superfast Ferries
Ventouris Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari 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 Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Kefalonia (Island) to Bari
Most Kefalonia (Island) to Bari ferries use the Sami to Port of Bari port pair, with some services arriving at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere). Use this guide to compare Kefalonia (Island) and Bari ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Kefalonia (Island) port do ferries to Bari leave from?
Getting to Sami from Kefalonia city centre
Sami is 9 km from Kefalonia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sami port facilities and services
Sami has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Taverna Melissani (0.3km), Mermaid (0.5km), Il Familia (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sami.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sami: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sami.
Which Bari port do ferries from Kefalonia (Island) arrive at?
Getting to Port of Bari from Bari city centre
Port of Bari is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Bari port facilities and services
Port of Bari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina (0.6km), Osteria delle Travi (0.8km), La Tana del Polpo (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Bari.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Bari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Bari: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Bari.
Getting to Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) from Bari city centre
Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) port facilities and services
Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There are dining options inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the terminal. ATMs are aTMs present inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuova Stazione Marittima di Bari (Terminal Crociere): Terminal equipped with facilities for disabled passengers.


