Poros (Kefalonia) - Ithaka (Pisaetos)
Ferry to Ionian Islands
Poros (Kefalonia) - Ithaka (Pisaetos)
Ferry to Ionian Islands
On average there are 2 weekly sailings between Poros (Kefalonia) to Ithaka (Pisaetos). This ferry route is operated by
The Poros (Kefalonia) Ithaka (Pisaetos) ferry typically departs from Poros (Kefalonia) at around 07:40.
Poros (Kefalonia) Ithaka (Pisaetos) Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 50m. The fastest sailings are approximately 50m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average there is around 2 weekly ferry sailings from Poros (Kefalonia) to Ithaka (Pisaetos). These sailings are provided by Levante Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Poros (Kefalonia) Ithaka (Pisaetos) ferry prices typically range between £12* and £66*. The average price is typically £33*. The cheapest Poros (Kefalonia) Ithaka (Pisaetos) ferry prices start from £7*. The average price for a foot passenger is £20*. The average price for a car is £46*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Poros (Kefalonia) to Ithaka (Pisaetos) is approximately 14.7 miles (23.6km) or 12.7 nautical miles.
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Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Poros (Kefalonia) to Ithaka (Pisaetos).
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| Poros (Kefalonia) - Ithaka (Pisaetos) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Levante Ferries | |
| Average Price | £33* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 50m | |
| First Ferry | 07:40 | |
| Distance | 12 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
Poros’ appeal lies in its location; a short boat ride away from major tourist destinations such as Piraeus and Mykonos, as well as it’s close proximity to Athens, makes it the perfect base for anyone planning a trip around Greece. The island has all the colour and vigour of Athens, except it exudes an aura of tranquillity, emanating from the calm, quiet beaches that decorate the coastline. Most visitors are only there for the day, though labelling Poros as a day-trip island would be doing it a disservice; the charm, food and atmosphere tempt many into staying for an extra day or two. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing holiday on the beach, partaking in some watersports or embarking on a day of sightseeing, Poros adheres to tourists from every walk of life. Walk around the Town Centre’s amphitheatre landscape in the afternoon to bask in the idyllic surroundings and alluring architecture, before stopping to sample some of the delicious local cuisine in the evening. The beaches remain relatively quiet throughout the year, though in summer, Askeli Beach is popular for anyone who fancies their hand on a jet ski. Love Bay beach is perhaps the better option for sunbathing, though its small size can create congestion in prime holiday season.
Cars are generally not advised in Poros, though buses run from the port to popular areas and taxis are readily available throughout the day. Alternatively, it is more than possible to cover most of it by foot.
Ithaka is the second-smallest of the Ionian Islands that streak across the western coast of Greece. The entire island is shaped by an undulating vista of tree-topped hills, their scrubby slopes rising from the ragged shoreline of the crystal-blue Ionian Sea. The landscape is split into two regions, roughly arranged in a north-south formation, bridged by a narrow isthmus known by locals as the Eagle. Though small, Ithaka has a rich and varied history stretching as far back as the mid-1600’s BCE. During this founding era, the island is believed to have been the capital of the ancient Ionian Kingdom when it was inhabited by the Greek peoples of Mycenae. Centuries later the island was immortalised in Homer’s epic poem the Odyssey; Ithaka featuring as the homeland of the tale’s eponymous hero King Odysseus. The port of Ithaka forms part of the tiny Pisaetos marina on the island’s populated southern region. It sits on a secluded spot of the west-facing coast overlooking the Strait of Ithaka with the nearest town of Ithaki (the island capital), 4 miles away further inland. The port consists of nothing more than a small anchorage on one edge of a shallow bay. There are no passenger facilities here, meaning that food, drink, and other supplies must be bought before arrival. Though relatively isolated, travelling to Pisaetos marina is relatively straightforward. A single road connects the facility to the main town of Ithaki on a route that cuts through the heartland hills before tracing the pristine shores of the Molos Gulf. The only form of public transportation on the island comes in the form of buses that run on a limited schedule between the island’s biggest settlements, but these services do not stop near the port. A number of ferry routes currently operate from the port throughout the week. Services hosted by Kefalonian Lines sail the short distance south to the Greek mainland town of Kyllini and hop west to the towns of Sami and Poros on the large island of Kefalonia. Levante Ferries sail to Sami too, as well as offering another route to the sprawling city of Patras in western Greece.
