Ferry from Pissaetos (Ithaca) to Sami (Kefalonia)

This short hop across the strait between Ithaca and Kefalonia links Pissaetos, Ithaca's main ferry gateway on the island's western shore, with Sami on Kefalonia's east coast. Pissaetos is a working port rather than a resort, a modest quay a short drive from Vathy, so plan your onward transport before you arrive. Sami, by contrast, is a proper harbour town in its own right, with a curve of waterfront tavernas facing the boats, and it doubles as one of the busier ferry hubs on Kefalonia. The crossing itself sits inside the strait, sheltered by the two islands on either side, so it stays calm in all but the roughest weather -- a useful option when conditions elsewhere in the Ionian turn choppy.

Sailings run throughout the day for most of the season, easing back to a lighter timetable outside the busiest summer weeks. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed dates and daily departure count, since operators file each stretch of the season in stages rather than publishing the whole year at once.

Pissaetos to Sami Ferry Fares

Weekly Pissaetos to Sami Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Pissaetos to Sami between 5 September 2026 and 18 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Pissaetos to Sami ferry

• Sunscreen and insect repellent are both considerably cheaper at a supermarket before you board than at island resort shops; stock up on the mainland.
• Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
• A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
• Short-hop vessels are often smaller and more susceptible to even minor chop – take seasickness precautions on exposed short routes if you are at all sensitive.
• 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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