Ferry from Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca)
3h 50m to 4h 05m · from €15.40 · 1 operator
Patra to Pissaetos at a glance
Ferries from Patra (Patras) 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 between 3h 50m and 4h 05m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Levante Ferries Group. Published fares start from €15.40 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 13 September 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €15.40 | 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 13 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Patra to Pissaetos Route Map
Patra to Pissaetos links the northern Peloponnese with Ithaki, operated by Levante Ferries with the Kefalonia. The crossing takes a little under four hours out through the Gulf of Patras and into the Ionian, and fares start around €15. It is a conventional vehicle ferry, so taking a car across is straightforward.
Pissaetos is Ithaki's main ferry port, on the west coast of the island, and it is a small functional harbour rather than a town. There is little at the quayside itself, and the island's character is found instead in Vathy, the capital, and the harbour village of Kioni. Vathy is a short taxi or bus ride from the port, so it is worth arranging onward transport rather than expecting to walk it.
The service runs roughly daily in season. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Pissaetos also connects to Sami on Kefallonia and to Astakos on the mainland, which makes island-hopping around the central Ionian reasonably easy.
Patra to Pissaetos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €15.40 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 | €15.40 | Levante Ferries Group | Kefalonia |
Weekly Patra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levante Ferries Group | Kefalonia conventional | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | €15.40 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Kefalonia sailing | |
| Levante Ferries Group | Andreas Kalvos conventional | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | €15.40 | 2026-09-01 to 2026-09-01 | Book the Andreas Kalvos sailing | |
| Levante Ferries Group | Andreas Kalvos conventional | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | €15.40 | 2026-09-02 to 2026-09-02 | Book the Andreas Kalvos sailing | |
| Levante Ferries Group | Andreas Kalvos conventional | 13:00 | 17:05 | 4h 05m | €15.40 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-13 | Book the Andreas Kalvos sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Patra?
Yes, the port is within walking distance of Patra's city centre, and rental agencies line the streets around it, making pickup easy whether you're arriving off an overnight ferry from Italy or heading onward. Patra itself is walkable, but a car is useful if you're continuing into the Peloponnese rather than catching a connecting bus or train. Compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Patra to Pissaetos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Kefalonia | Levante Ferries Group |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 13:00 | 16:50 | 3h 50m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 13:00 | 17:05 | 4h 05m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 13:00 | 17:05 | 4h 05m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 13:00 | 17:05 | 4h 05m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 17:05 | 4h 05m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Patra to Pissaetos?
Ferries from Patra (Patras) 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 13 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Patra to Pissaetos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca) today. Departure time: 13:00.
How many ferries run from Patra to Pissaetos this week?
7 sailings from Patra (Patras) 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 Patra to Pissaetos?
Scheduled departures from Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca) leave at 13:00.
How long is the ferry from Patra to Pissaetos?
The fastest crossing from Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca) takes 3h 50m and the slowest 4h 05m.
How much does the Patra to Pissaetos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca) ferry start from €15.40 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 Patra to Pissaetos route?
The Patra (Patras) to Pissaetos (Ithaca) route is served by Levante Ferries Group. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Patra to Pissaetos ferry
- The meltemi wind, a strong north-north-westerly, blows across the central and southern Aegean from roughly July through to early September.
- A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
- The safest route from a weather perspective in summer is one that runs in the lee of large islands – the north coast of Crete, or between closely spaced island chains.
- In summer, the heat on quaysides can be intense, especially during midday departures – a hat and water are essential while waiting to board.
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