What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Argostoli?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Argostoli is to bus and ferry which costs €110 - €210 and takes 29h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Argostoli?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Argostoli is to bus and fly which takes 9h 30m and costs €100 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Argostoli?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Argostoli. However, there are services departing from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Argostoli via Vlorë, Agrinio and Patra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 46m.

How far is it from Messina to Argostoli?

The distance between Messina and Argostoli is 593 km.

How do I travel from Messina to Argostoli without a car?

The best way to get from Messina to Argostoli without a car is to ferry and train which takes 26h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Messina to Argostoli?

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Messina to Argostoli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Argostoli bus from?

Messina to Argostoli bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, depart from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where does the Messina to Argostoli bus arrive?

Messina to Argostoli bus services, operated by Pistoia viaggi, arrive at Vlorë station.

What is the time difference between Messina and Argostoli?

Argostoli is 1h ahead of Messina. It is currently 1:28 PM in Messina and 2:28 PM in Argostoli.

Where can I stay near Argostoli?

There are 1614+ hotels available in Argostoli.

Messina to Argostoli - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Messina to Argostoli by bus, plane, ferry, train, or busferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly to Kefalonia Airport
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1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)CTA - EFL
9h 30m
€109–292
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.GiovanniM1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Lamezia Terme C.Fr / ...
3. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Bari CentraleIc
4. Take the ferry from Port of Bari to Sami
26h 58m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Vlorë
2. Take the bus from Vlorë to Agrínio
3. Take the bus from Agrinio to Patras
4. Take the busferry from Patra to Argostoli
29h 46m
Train to Palermo Airport, fly to Kefalonia Airport
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Aeroporto
2. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)PMO - EFL
10h 28m
€127–322
Bus to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly to Zakynthos International Airport, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH)CTA - ZTH
3. Take the busferry from Kyllíni to Argostoli
13h 3m
€115–283
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina Main Train Station to Bari FS Park - Via CapruzziItabus
2. Take the ferry from Port of Bari to Sami
29h 38m
€112–205

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

5Weekly Planes

6h 13mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 593.2 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Argostoli, Greece?

There is no direct connection from Messina to Argostoli. However, you can take the bus to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal, walk to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) airport, fly to Kefalonia Airport (EFL), walk to Kefalonia Airport, then take the bus to Argostoli. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Messina Marittima to Argostoli via Villa S.Giovanni, Villa S.Giovanni, Lamezia Terme C., Bari Centrale, Bari Centrale, Teatro Piccinni, Port of Bari, and Sami in around 26h 58m.

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