How to travel from Santorini to Kefalonia, Greece

The distance between Santorini and Kefalonia is around 520km (323 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 50m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Santorini 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 KefaloniaSantorini if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kefallinia (EFL).

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    €250($250)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 3 others

1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Piraeus and then to Argostoli.

  • Duration17h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €170($170)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

3 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Santorini and Kefalonia

There are several options for getting from Santorini to Kefalonia by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €105 ($105) and will take around 13h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €250 ($250).

The distance between Santorini and Kefalonia is around 520km (323 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 484km (301 miles)

It takes around 1h 50m to get from Santorini and Kefalonia by plane.

The quickest way to get from Santorini to Kefalonia is to fly which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx €250 ($250).

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

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Santorini and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 1h 50m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Santorini and Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 1h 50m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Santorini and Kefalonia. The ferry typically takes around 17h 10m and departs once daily.

Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways and KTEL Kefallonia run the ferry services between Santorini and Kefalonia. Ferries run once daily and take around 17h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Santorini and Kefalonia. Flights depart from Santorini (JTR) and arrive at Kefallinia (EFL) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Santorini to Kefalonia. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Santorini to Kefalonia typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Santorini (JTR) 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 Santorini to Kefalonia. We recommend that you fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kefallinia (EFL). instead which will take 1h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Santorini to Kefalonia is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around €250 ($250).

How do I get from Santorini to Kefalonia

Compare travel optionsbetween Santorini and Kefalonia

Transport options from Santorini to Kefalonia
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
1h 50m
€250($250)
on demand520km (323 miles)
Plane and Ferry3h 25m
€165($165)
twice daily554km (344 miles)
Ferry + 3 similar
17h 10m
€170($170)
once daily682km (424 miles)
Ferry and Bus10h 60m
€265($265)
4 times a week671km (417 miles)
Ferry to Piraeus, bus12h 15m
€200($200)
twice daily702km (436 miles)
Ferry to Piraeus, bus13h 35m
€105($105)
twice a week674km (419 miles)

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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