How to travel from Astypalaia to Kefalonia, Greece

The distance between Astypalaia and Kefalonia is around 573km (356 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Astypalaia to Kefalonia by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KefaloniaAstypalaia if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Kefallinia (EFL).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €180($180)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry via Piraeus

Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Sami.

  • Duration21h 45m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Naxos, Piraeus then Zakynthos and then to Pesáda.

  • Duration15h 40m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €185($185)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Astypalaia and Kefalonia

There are several options for getting from Astypalaia to Kefalonia by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 21h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €180 ($180).

The distance between Astypalaia and Kefalonia is around 573km (356 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 545km (339 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Astypalaia and Kefalonia by plane.

The quickest way to get from Astypalaia to Kefalonia is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €180 ($180).

The cheapest way to travel between Astypalaia and Kefalonia is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €105 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Astypalaia and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Astypalaia and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Astypalaia and Kefalonia. The ferry typically takes around 15h 40m and departs 4 times a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, KTEL Zakythos, Ionion P. Lines and KTEL Kefallonia run the ferry services between Astypalaia and Kefalonia. Ferries run 4 times a week and take around 15h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Astypalaia and Kefalonia. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and arrive at Kefallinia (EFL) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Astypalaia to Kefalonia. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Astypalaia to Kefalonia typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and and arrive into Kefallinia (EFL).

The closest major airport to Kefalonia is Kefalonia International Airport (EFL) (EFL) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Kefalonia. Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) (ZTH) and Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Astypalaia to Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 2h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Astypalaia to Kefalonia is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around €180 ($180).

How do I get from Astypalaia to Kefalonia

Compare travel optionsbetween Astypalaia and Kefalonia

Transport options from Astypalaia to Kefalonia
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
€180($180)
on demand573km (356 miles)
Ferry via Piraeus + 1 similar
21h 45m
€105($105)
5 times a week683km (424 miles)
Ferry and Bus14h 50m
€210($210)
4 times a week716km (445 miles)
Ferry
15h 40m
€185($185)
4 times a week735km (456 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Astypalaia and Kefalonia

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Airports near Kefalonia

The following major airports near Kefalonia offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

EFL
Kefalonia International Airport (EFL)
International Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Kefalonia
ZTH
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)
International Airport
Distance
65km (40 miles) from Kefalonia
PVK
Aktion Airport (PVK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Kefalonia