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Archaeological Museum of Patras
Modern archaeological museum presenting finds from Patras and Achaea, from prehistory to Roman times, in spacious contemporary galleries.
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£13
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
1 h 15 m
Ferries on 22 Oct
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Zakynthos to Patras is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakynthos to Patras will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £12.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 2 ferries from Zakynthos to Patras, including 2 direct services.
On Thu 22 Oct the direct ferries cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 15 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.




Ferries from Zakynthos to Patras run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 48 nautical miles (89 km) distance in 1h 15m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Zakynthos to Patras are available to foot passengers.

Distance 48 nautical miles (89 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 1h 15m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zakynthos to Patras.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sun |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 06:45 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 07:45 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Levante Ferries | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Zakynthos to Patras ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 Zakynthos | 1h15 | 8:45 Patras | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Zakynthos | 1h15 | 9:00 Patras | 0 changesdirect | |
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Modern archaeological museum presenting finds from Patras and Achaea, from prehistory to Roman times, in spacious contemporary galleries.
Museum in the old municipal hospital exploring local history, daily life and the city’s social development through varied collections.
Municipal gallery hosting rotating art exhibitions in a central historic building, useful for seeing contemporary and modern Greek art.
Main square of Patras with fountains, palms and civic buildings. A practical meeting point and lively place to start exploring the centre.
Elegant square by the Apollo Theatre, known for its neoclassical setting and central role in local events, strolls and people-watching.
Long seafront promenade for walking and sunset views, connecting open spaces and city landmarks along the waterfront.
A sweet fortified red wine produced around Patras since the 19th century, known for rich raisin flavours and strong links to local wine culture.
A PDO semi-hard cheese from Achaea, made from sheep’s milk or mixed milk. It is a classic local table cheese with a mild, buttery taste.
Small fish from the Gulf, usually lightly floured and fried whole. A staple in Patras seafood tavernas and best eaten fresh by the waterfront.
Well-known grill house serving souvlaki, meats and hearty Greek plates in a casual setting popular with locals.
Traditional seafood taverna by the sea, known for fresh fish, fried small fish and classic meze in a relaxed local setting.
Established waterfront fish restaurant focusing on grilled seafood, shellfish and classic Greek appetisers with harbour views.
More affordable than Athens and many Greek islands, with lower hotel rates, modest dining costs and cheap local buses for most visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service is good.
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