Lefkada with Kefalonia, Ithaca and Parga: combining them in one trip
Ferries from Nidri and Vasiliki, and how to pair Lefkada with Kefalonia, Ithaca, Meganisi and Parga.
- Vasiliki to Fiskardo (Kefalonia): about 1h10, about €11, June–September.
- Ithaca has a summer-only route; Meganisi runs daily in season.
- Parga is reached by car via Preveza.
A two-island Ionian trip is easy to plan in summer. Out of season most routes stop, so check timetables first.
How to combine Lefkada with other islands
Lefkada is joined to the mainland by a bridge, so there is no ferry from Athens. But from its two ports, Nidri on the east coast and Vasiliki in the south, short ferries go to nearby islands. That makes a two-island (or more) Ionian trip easy.
| Route | From | Time and price | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lefkada → Meganisi | Nidri | Short | Daily in season |
| Lefkada → Kefalonia (Fiskardo) | Vasiliki | About 1h10, about €11 (Ionion Pelagos) | June–September |
| Lefkada → Ithaca (Frikes) | Vasiliki | Summer only | |
| Lefkada → Parga | By car, via Preveza | All year |
Timetables and prices change by season. Check before you travel on Ferryhopper or Ferryscanner.
Lefkada and Kefalonia
The most popular combination. The ferry from Vasiliki arrives at Fiskardo in north Kefalonia, a pretty harbour village. In summer there are usually one or two sailings a day, and none in winter. Book ahead if you travel with a car. For Kefalonia: where to stay in Kefalonia and our Kefalonia guide.
Lefkada and Ithaca
Ithaca is small and quiet, good for a night or two. In summer there is a route from Vasiliki to Frikes in north Ithaca. Out of season it is harder, and you may need to go via Kefalonia.
Lefkada and Meganisi
Meganisi is a small island opposite Nidri, with coves and little harbours. Go for a day by ferry, or on a day cruise from Nidri that also passes Skorpios.
Lefkada and Parga
Parga is not on an island but on the mainland coast north of Preveza. You drive there via Preveza. In summer there are also day cruises from Lefkada. From Parga you can continue to Igoumenitsa and take the ferry to Corfu: see the Igoumenitsa–Corfu ferry.
How to get to Lefkada
The nearest airport is Aktion (Preveza), about 18 km from Lefkada town. See flights from Israel to Preveza and Lefkada, where to stay in Lefkada and our Lefkada guide.
Sample route: a week in Lefkada and Kefalonia
- Days 1–4: Lefkada. West-coast beaches, Nidri and a day cruise to Meganisi.
- Day 5: Drive to Vasiliki and take the ferry to Fiskardo.
- Days 5–7: Kefalonia. Fiskardo, Assos, Myrtos beach and Melissani cave.
If you fly via Preveza, you can return from Kefalonia's Argostoli airport if there is a suitable flight, or go back the same way. With a hire car, check whether the rental company allows ferry crossings.
FAQ
Is there a ferry from Lefkada to Kefalonia? Yes, from Vasiliki to Fiskardo, June–September. The crossing takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How do you get from Lefkada to Ithaca? In summer by ferry from Vasiliki to Frikes. Out of season you usually go via Kefalonia.
Can you do a day trip from Lefkada to Meganisi? Yes. There is a ferry and day cruises from Nidri.
How many days for a Lefkada and Kefalonia trip? At least a week, giving each island three or four days.
