What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island)?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island) is to train and fly which costs €90 - €250 and takes 8h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island)?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island) is to train and fly which takes 8h 56m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Kefalonia (Island)?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Kefalonia (Island). However, there are services departing from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Argostoli via Vlorë and Patra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 10m.

How far is it from Messina to Kefalonia (Island)?

The distance between Messina and Kefalonia (Island) is 583 km.

How do I travel from Messina to Kefalonia (Island) without a car?

The best way to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island) without a car is to ferry and train via Sibari which takes 23h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island)?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Kefalonia (Island) bus from?

Messina to Kefalonia (Island) bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, depart from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where does the Messina to Kefalonia (Island) bus arrive?

Messina to Kefalonia (Island) bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, arrive at Vlorë station.

What is the time difference between Messina and Kefalonia (Island)?

Kefalonia (Island) is 1h ahead of Messina. It is currently 1:28 PM in Messina and 2:28 PM in Kefalonia (Island).

Where can I stay near Kefalonia (Island)?

There are 2492+ hotels available in Kefalonia (Island).

Messina to Kefalonia (Island) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Messina to Kefalonia (Island) by train, plane, ferry, busferry, bus, or car ferry

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Train to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly
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1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centraletrain
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)plane CTA - EFL
8h 56m
€91–243
Ferry, train via Sibari
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Paolatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Paola to Sibaritrain Fr
4. Take the train from Sibari to Bari Centraletrain Ic
5. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to Samiferry Asf
23h 24m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Vlorëbusferry
2. Take the bus from Vlorë to Patrabus
3. Take the busferry from Patra to Argostolibusferry
29h 10m
Train to Palermo Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centraletrain
2. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)plane PMO - EFL
9h 58m
€93–256
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Bari Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to Samiferry Asf
24h 56m
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina to Baribus N596 / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Bari to Samicarferry
26h 39m
€118–204

Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL) flights

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6h 51mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 582.6 km
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Kefalonia (Island), Greece?

There is no direct connection from Messina to Kefalonia (Island). However, you can take the train to Catania Centrale, walk to Catania, take the bus to Catania Airport, walk to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, then fly to Kefalonia Airport (EFL). Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Messina Marittima to Sami via Villa S.Giovanni, Villa S.Giovanni, Paola, Sibari, Bari Centrale, Bari Centrale, Stazione Marittima, and Bari M.ma in around 23h 24m.

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