Ferry from Agios Nikolaos to Pessada (Kefalonia)

Agios Nikolaos to Pessada is the direct Zakynthos to Kefallonia crossing, about an hour and three quarters aboard the Iason with the Ionian Sea Ferries Consortium. It is the only sea link between the two islands, and it saves a long and awkward detour through Kyllini on the mainland. The route runs seasonally, so it is a summer option rather than a year-round one.

Pessada is a small harbour on the southern tip of Kefallonia, near Argostoli. It is a ferry berth rather than a village, with no facilities to speak of at the quay. The drive up the south coast towards Argostoli is the reward, and the island's main centres are all within an easy run by car.

Expect a couple of sailings a day in high season, with the current timetable and fares shown below. Sort out onward transport before you arrive, as there is no reliable taxi rank at Pessada. Foot passengers in particular should plan this leg carefully.

Agios Nikolaos to Pessada Ferry Fares

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Weekly Agios Nikolaos to Pessada Ferry Schedule

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Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Agios Nikolaos to Pessada between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Agios Nikolaos to Pessada ferry

• A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
• The meltemi blows from the north-north-west; routes that run east–west are more exposed than those running north–south along a chain of islands.
• The smell of diesel and engine exhaust is stronger at the stern in summer heat; if you are sensitive to it, choose a bow-facing seat or the upper deck.

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