The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 22
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 22
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 22
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 22
1 h 5 m
Ferries on Sep 22
2
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Tue, Sep 22, we found 2 ferries from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island), including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 22 the direct ferries cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h .
On Tue, Sep 22 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 10 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.
VASOS K.12:00 PM1h10Ferry Port1:10 PMFiskardo€111One-way0 transfers
VASOS K.3:00 PM1h00Ferry Port4:00 PMFiskardo€111One-way0 transfers
VASOS K.3:00 PM1h00Ferry Port4:00 PMFiskardo€111One-way0 transfers
VASOS K.12:00 PM1h10Ferry Port1:10 PMFiskardo€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €11, while a ferry costs an average of €11.
Distance: 38 nautical miles (72 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ionion Pelagos | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Ionion Pelagos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VASOS K. | 12:00 PM Ferry Port | 1h10 | 1:10 PM Fiskardo | 0 transfersDirect | |
VASOS K. | 3:00 PM Ferry Port | 1h00 | 4:00 PM Fiskardo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)
Ferries from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 16:30. The fastest ferry covers the 38 nautical miles (72 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 38 nautical miles (72 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 9:00 AM |
Last ferry 4:30 PM |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Ionion Pelagos, Lefkada Palace from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)You can travel by ferry between Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) with Ionion Pelagos, Lefkada Palace for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Ionion Pelagos
Lefkada Palace
FAQs: Ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) 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 Kefalonia (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island)
Most Lefkada to Kefalonia (Island) ferries use the Vassiliki to Fiskardo port pair, with some services arriving at Sami. Use this guide to compare Lefkada and Kefalonia (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Kefalonia (Island) port do ferries from Lefkada arrive at?
Getting to Fiskardo from Kefalonia city centre
Fiskardo port facilities and services
Fiskardo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Panormos Restaurant (0.3km), Tselenti (0.4km), Lord Falcon (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fiskardo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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.
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