The cheapest and fastest ferries from Zakynthos to Ithaki
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Zakynthos to Ithaki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakynthos to Ithaki will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Zakynthos for Ithaki every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 08 Nov the direct ferries cover the 66 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Zakynthos to Ithaki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Zakynthos to Ithaki ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:30 Zakynthos | 3h45 | 07:15 Ithaki | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zakynthos to Ithaki by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Zakynthos to Ithaki
Ferries from Zakynthos to Ithaki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 15:45. The fastest ferry covers the 35 nautical miles (66 km) distance in 3h 45m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Zakynthos to Ithaki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 35 nautical miles (66 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 3h 45m |
First ferry 06:30 |
Last ferry 15:45 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Lefkada Palace from Zakynthos to IthakiYou can travel by ferry between Zakynthos to Ithaki with Lefkada Palace for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Zakynthos to Ithaki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakynthos to Ithaki by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ithaki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Zakynthos, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Ithaka (Pisaetos), located 4.2 miles (6.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Zakynthos and Ithaki
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- O Batis Taverna (0.3km)
- Taverna Spavento (0.5km)
- Restaurant Poseidon (0.8km)
- Main companies are Ithaca Taxis and Kefalonia Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line to Vathy, stop at Pisaetos
