Ferry from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca)
3h 15m · from €12.00 · 1 operator
Astakos to Pissaetos at a glance
Ferries from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. Departures in that window are at 13:00. The crossing takes 3h 15m. The route is served by 1 operator: Ionion P. Lines. Published fares start from €12.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €12.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Astakos to Pissaetos Route Map
Astakos to Pissaetos is a little over three hours aboard the Ionion Pelagos. Astakos is a quiet working port on the mainland's west coast, and the crossing heads out into the Ionian towards the west side of Ithaki. Fares start around €12.
Pissaetos is Ithaki's main ferry port, functional rather than scenic, with very little at the quay itself. Vathy, the island's capital, is a short taxi or bus ride away over the hill, and Kioni and Frikes lie to the north. Foot passengers should sort onward transport in advance, since the port is not a village.
The route runs about once a day, and the timetable below shows current sailings and fares. Astakos also serves Sami on Kefallonia, so the same mainland port covers both islands.
Astakos to Pissaetos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €12.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €12.00 | Ionion P. Lines | Ionion Pelagos |
Weekly Astakos to Pissaetos Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ionion P. Lines | Ionion Pelagos conventional | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | €12.00 | now to 2026-10-11 | Book the Ionion Pelagos sailing | |
| Ionion P. Lines | Ionion Pelagos conventional | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | €12.00 | 2026-10-12 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Ionion Pelagos sailing | |
| Ionion P. Lines | Ionion Pelagos conventional | 18:00 | 21:15 | 3h 15m | €12.00 | 2026-10-18 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Ionion Pelagos sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Astakos to Pissaetos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 16:15 | 3h 15m | Ionion Pelagos | Ionion P. Lines |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Astakos to Pissaetos?
Ferries from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Astakos to Pissaetos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) today. Departure time: 13:00.
How many ferries run from Astakos to Pissaetos this week?
7 sailings from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Astakos to Pissaetos?
Scheduled departures from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) leave at 13:00.
How long is the ferry from Astakos to Pissaetos?
The crossing from Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) takes 3h 15m.
How much does the Astakos to Pissaetos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) ferry start from €12.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Astakos to Pissaetos route?
The Astakos to Pissaetos (Ithaca) route is served by Ionion P. Lines. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Astakos to Pissaetos ferry
- If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
- If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
- On a sunny day, the sheltered lee side of the vessel (the side facing away from the wind) is the most comfortable spot on the outer deck.
- Name corrections on ferry tickets are usually possible up to a few hours before departure – contact the operator promptly if you notice a spelling error.
- Fresh air almost always helps with sea sickness – going outside on deck and looking at the horizon is more effective than staying in an enclosed saloon.
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