Kefalonia City Car Hire

Kefalonia is the largest of the Ionian islands and offers a fantastic mix of turquoise waters, dramatic cliff formations, and charming mountain villages. Three rental companies in the island's interior give you flexibility to explore everything from Fiskardo in the north to Skala in the south. The island is about 50 km long and you can easily cover it in a day.

Kefalonia Center refers to the area around Argostoli and the central inland with the village of Sami as an important junction 25 km east. Sami port has ferry connections to Patras and Ithaka. Drogarati Cave with its impressive stalactites is 3 km south of Sami.

Plan a round trip: Argostoli → Myrtos (40 km) → Fiskardo (70 km) → Sami (95 km) → back to Argostoli – total about 130 km and a full day. Buy local Robola wine at Gentilini vineyard 5 km from Argostoli. The road north of Assos is narrow – meet other cars carefully.

How long does it take to drive around the entire Kefalonia? A complete round trip of about 130–150 km takes 4–5 hours including stops, but plan a full day to fit in the sights. Is there a gas station in Fiskardo?

No, Fiskardo has no gas station. Fill up in Argostoli or Sami before driving north. Can I take the rental car on the ferry to Ithaka?

Check the terms with the rental company. Some allow travel to Ithaka, but it varies – ask when booking.

We compare prices from all major providers at Cephalonia Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.