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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Argostoli is to train and fly which costs €100 - €250 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Argostoli is to train and fly which takes 9h 58m and costs €100 - €250.

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 and Patra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 10m.

How far is it from Messina to Argostoli?

The distance between Messina and Argostoli is 591 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 via Amantea which takes 22h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 58m 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 11:33 AM in Messina and 12:33 PM in Argostoli.

Where can I stay near Argostoli?

There are 1854+ hotels available in Argostoli.

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

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

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Train to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centraletrain
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)plane CTA - EFL
9h 58m
€103–244
Train to Palermo Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centraletrain
2. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Kefalonia Airport (EFL)plane PMO - EFL
12h 22m
€90–253
Ferry, train via Amantea
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Amanteatrain Re
3. Take the train from Amantea to Bari Centraletrain Ic
4. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to Samiferry Asf
22h 57m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Vlorëbusferry
2. Take the bus from Vlorë to Patrabus
3. Take the busferry from Patra to Argostolibusferry
29h 10m
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Bari Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to Samiferry Asf
26h 29m
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina Main Train Station to Bari FS Park - Via Capruzzibus Itabus
2. Take the carferry from Port of Bari to Samicarferry
29h 35m
€159–209

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

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 591.1 km
Duration: 9h 58m

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

There is no direct connection from Messina to Argostoli. However, you can take the train to Catania Centrale, walk to Catania, take the bus to Catania Airport, 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, Amantea, Bari Centrale, Bari Centrale, Stazione Marittima, Bari M.ma, and Sami in around 22h 57m.

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