Ferry from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras)
3h 30m · from €15.40 · 1 operator
Sami to Patra at a glance
Ferries from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) are scheduled 14 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. Departures in that window are at 08:30. The crossing takes 3h 30m. 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 8 January 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €15.40 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | €15.40 | Book now |
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 8 January 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Sami to Patra through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 11 of those months, busiest in September (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 30 | 30 of 30 | about one a day |
| December 2025 | 30 | 30 of 31 | about one a day |
| January 2026 | 6 | 6 of 31 | about once a week |
| February 2026 | 0 | 0 of 28 | no sailings |
| March 2026 | 23 | 23 of 31 | most days |
| April 2026 | 29 | 29 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 30 | 30 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 30 | 30 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 31 | 31 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 31 | 31 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 32 | 30 of 30 | about one a day |
| October 2026 | 31 | 31 of 31 | about one a day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Sami to Patra Route Map
Sami to Patra is the main mainland link from Kefalonia's principal ferry port, run by Levante Ferries aboard the Kefalonia and taking around three hours. It is a straightforward run down the Ionian and into the Gulf of Patras, with the Peloponnese coast on one side for much of it.
Patra is Greece's third-largest city and one of its biggest ferry ports, a working transport hub rather than a holiday town. The terminal sits below the hilltop castle, with the neoclassical old town and the Roman Odeon within walking distance. Most arrivals are connecting onward, either to the international ferries for Italy or by road and rail towards Athens.
The service runs about once a day, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. It is the practical choice if you are heading for Athens or the northern Peloponnese with a car. Sami also connects to Ithaca, so the two can be combined easily on an Ionian island-hopping run.
Weekly Sami to Patra Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Sami.
Levante Ferries Group
Book Levante Ferries Group tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:30 |
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 8 January 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails every day from 13 November, 1 sailing a day. Departs 08:30. Fastest crossing 3h 30m. Conventional ferries: Levante Ferries Group.
- December 2026: sails on 30 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:30. Fastest crossing 3h 30m. Conventional ferries: Levante Ferries Group.
- January 2027: sails on 7 of the 8 days to 8 January, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:30. Fastest crossing 3h 30m. Conventional ferries: Levante Ferries Group.
Sami to Patra 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 | Andreas Kalvos |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Levante Ferries Group
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | passenger | €15.40 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 Sami to Patra between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sat 14 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sun 15 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Mon 16 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Tue 17 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Wed 18 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Thu 19 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Fri 20 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sat 21 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Sun 22 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Mon 23 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Tue 24 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Wed 25 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
| Thu 26 November | 08:30 | 12:00 | 3h 30m | Andreas Kalvos | Levante Ferries Group |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sami to Patra?
Ferries from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) 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 8 January 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sami to Patra today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) today. Departure time: 08:30.
How many ferries run from Sami to Patra this week?
7 sailings from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day this week.
What time is the first ferry from Sami to Patra?
Ferries from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) leave at 08:30.
How long is the ferry from Sami to Patra?
The crossing from Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) takes 3h 30m.
How much does the Sami to Patra ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) 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 Sami to Patra route?
The Sami (Kefalonia) to Patra (Patras) route is served by Levante Ferries Group. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sami to Patra ferry
- Keep your ticket or boarding confirmation accessible throughout the journey – crew occasionally check tickets on board.
- Save your e-ticket to your phone's offline storage or take a screenshot before you reach the port, as mobile data can be patchy at the dockside.
- Greek ferries do not impose a luggage limit for foot passengers – you can bring as much as you can physically carry, but you must manage it yourself.
- Sunscreen and insect repellent are both considerably cheaper at a supermarket before you board than at island resort shops; stock up on the mainland.
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