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Kefalonia

Car ferry, half a century old and still running · operated by Levante Ferries

Kefalonia, the conventional ferry operated by Levante Ferries, carrying up to 1,134 passengers and 235 cars.
Photograph: Dave Briggs
Passengers1,134
Vehicles235 cars
Service speed21 kn

A genuine Greek ferry veteran - built in Japan in 1975 and still crossing to Kefalonia half a century later, having passed through several owners and two names on the way. Don't expect luxury, but there's a certain charm to a ship this well-travelled.

Previously sailed as Nissos Kefalonia, Kefalonia and Venus.

On board the Kefalonia

  • Bar
  • Snack bar / café
  • Shop
  • Outside deck
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet cabinsnot on board

Where you can sit

  • Deck seatsSpacious open outdoor decks
  • LoungeTwo indoor lounges, each with an inner bar
  • Air seatsReserved airline-type seatingreserved

Where is the Kefalonia now?

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Positions by AIS from the University of the Aegean’s Aegean network. Coastline © OpenStreetMap contributors. Live positions are indicative and are not a navigational aid.

Specifications

Built1975
Built inJapan
Length120.78 m
Beam17.2 m
Service speed21 knots

Where the Kefalonia sails

She has no crossing inside the fortnight this site publishes timetables for.

Usually works Kyllini-Poros (Kefalonia) and Patras-Sami (Kefalonia)-Ithaca.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Kefalonia like?

A genuine Greek ferry veteran - built in Japan in 1975 and still crossing to Kefalonia half a century later, having passed through several owners and two names on the way. Don't expect luxury, but there's a certain charm to a ship this well-travelled. She is a car ferry, half a century old and still running built in 1975.

Who operates the Kefalonia?

The Kefalonia is operated by Levante Ferries.

Does the Kefalonia carry cars?

Yes. The Kefalonia is a vehicle ferry and carries up to 235 cars as well as foot passengers.

How fast is the Kefalonia?

She works at a service speed of 21 knots.

Vessel details as published by the operators and cross-checked against maritime registers. Schedules from the current timetable. Updated 1 September 2026.