Ferry to Kythira

We have prepared a small user guide that will help passengers to get to Kythira as easily and pleasantly as possible.

Find useful information on how to get to Kythira by ferry, local public transportation options to reach your overnight hotel in Kythira, port addresses and embarkation offices, ferry schedules and prices for Kythira ferry, and real-time departures and arrivals with the ferry to Kythira.

All year round there are ferries running to Kythira from Athens and Piraeus, while from May to September there are frequent ferries from Gythion and Crete (Kissamos).

Getting to Kythira by ferry is the best option you have and it can be a very nice and exciting experience and especially if you are doing some island-hopping too. Greek islanders are seasoned ferry experts and they prefer to travel by ferry to Kythira because of the convenience and flexibility it affords!

Cars are allowed on most ferries running to or from Kythira, for an additional fee and children usually travel for half price!

• There is a choice of Conventional and High-speed catamaran ferries running frequently with stops along the way.

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Notice: Each year and depending on the period, there may be more or fewer connections to/from Kythira. The biggest shipping companies (ferry operators) announce the new ferry schedules to and from Kythira by the end of December and the rest of them by January-March each year!

The ferry port in Kythira
Kythera has a safe port to the northeast, facing the village of Diakofti. The port is approx. 30 km away from Kythera’s capital city (Chora) and is connected with public buses and taxis.

Public Transportation and road network on Kythira
Kythera has a big road network, in comparison to other islands of the same size. The road network is asphalt in the majority, but there are many dirt roads that in some cases are relatively inaccessible.

Public Bus Services on Kythira

• Transportation in the inner part of the island is supported by buses and taxis, connecting the most villages. You can buy the Kythira ticket from the bus driver when entering the bus.
• Bus schedule from Agia Pelagia: Dep. 09:00 Agia Pelagia, dep. 09:10 Potamos, dep. 09:15 Aroniadika, dep. 09:30 Karvounades, dep. 09:35 Kontolianika/Livadi, dep. 09:40 Chora, arr. 09:50 Kapsali.
• Bus schedule from Kapsali: dep. 12:45 Kapsali, dep. 13:00 Chora, dep. 13:05 Livadi, dep. 13:10 Kontolianika/Karvounades, dep. 13:30 Aroniadika/Potamos, arr. 13:45 Agia Pelagia.
• Bus Terminal phone: +30 6972964198, +30 6977032204

Taxis on Kythira
There is an adequate number of taxis operating in Kythira. The amount to be paid is displayed on the taxi-meter. Ask the driver beforehand what the estimated cost of the ride is, or check the list of suggested fares that must be displayed in all taxis.

• Taxi phone no.: +30 6945227480, +30 6944314125, +30 6944746246, +30 6977865162, +30 6944931354, +30 6944274217, +30 6944428071, +30 6974737193, +30 6944813688, +30 6944260571, +30 6944305433, +30 6977991799

Note: All above information for Kythira was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice.

Book your ferry to/from Kythira with any ferry company that suits you better and enjoy your journey in Greece! The “Easy-Way” booking system of go-Ferry.com, allows the most reliable online ferry reservations and offers cheaper, faster and better services for your ferry ticket to or from Kythira.

With go-Ferry.com you are able to connect online with the reservation systems of the most Greek shipping companies, to compare prices, to find information about routes and vessels, to look for alternative routes and to print instantly your Kythira ferry confirmation.

Ferry timetables may change by season, so take an optical canvassing via our search engine to receive the latest cull of dates, schedules, prices and availability to/from Kythira by ferry. With so many accommodation options to cull from, you can be sure to find the best deal for the ferry to or from Kythira at a price that fits your budget.

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Arrange your ferry journey to Kythira in advance

It is very important that you have organized your ferry to or from Kythira in advance, having arranged all the details. You don't want something to go wrong, and you can achieve perfect holidays with a great organization. In addition to hotel accommodation and air-tickets, when you book the boat tickets to or from Kythira you know that everything is under control even before leaving home.

There are many reasons why you should arrange to book in advance your ferry to Kythira. Here are some of the most important:

Pay for Hotel in Kythira without using it!
During the high season in Greece, and especially in July and August, it is likely that you won't find ferry tickets to popular destinations, such as Kythira, if you don't book them in advance. So, don't make the mistake to book your hotel on Kythira without having booked the ferry pass to/from Kythira. The last thing you want is to get to the port and not find an available ferry to or from Kythira!

Save time in Kythira!
Although we charge a commission for acquiring ferry bookings to/from Kythira, this allows you not only to secure your ferry tickets o/from Kythira but also to save time in Kythira; besides receiving a service and attention of first.

Have a bigger choice of Kythira Ferry Tickets!
Buying in advance gives you a better chance of getting the ferry tickets to/from Kythira, on the ferry you prefer and at the schedule you want. It does not make sense that your trip to Kythira is interrupted by not finding available ferry departures, but it is possible.

Find more Kythira Ferry routes!
If you want to organize your vacations to or from Kythira, it is wise to check all the possible routes and timelines in order to make the right combinations between Kythira and other destinations as well as between the air and the ferry tickets. Online, you can have an overview of all the routes going to or from Kythira.

Get the best deal by Kythira Ferry prices!
Ferry tickets to/from Kythira can be expensive, so it’s natural to want to get the best deal on them. It has become a regular practice for ferries to announce special rates and deep discounts for booking ferry tickets to or from Kythira up to 3-6 months in advance.

Feeling Great having Kythira ferry ticket in your pocket!
You will feel a great feeling when having the ferry confirmation to or from Kythira in your hands. The reservation with us will allow you to secure your ferry to or from Kythira, you will be relieved to have the confirmation in your hands or on your smartphone!

Find out about the ferry types that are running to Kythira, choose the ideal accommodation option on the ferry to Kythira and get fresh and relaxed at your destination. Comfortable armchairs, business class comfort seats, outside and inside cabins or economy deck chairs. There is a range of accommodation options to choose for a day or night ferry to or from your destination.

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