Compare seasonal Ventouris Ferries sailings from Bari to Sami in Kefalonia, travelling via Corfu and Igoumenitsa on selected summer 2026 departures.
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Ventouris Ferries includes Sami in its 2026 Greece–Italy timetable on selected summer sailings from Bari. The southbound itinerary runs Bari–Corfu–Igoumenitsa–Sami, so the ticket provides a through connection even though the ship makes intermediate calls.
The published 2026 pattern shows a 20:00 departure from Bari, Corfu the following morning, Igoumenitsa after that and arrival at Sami in the afternoon. Ventouris describes the full Greece–Italy itinerary involving Sami as roughly 19 hours, so allow for a long overnight journey.
This is a seasonal rather than daily Kefalonia route. Check the exact date carefully before building a holiday around it, and reserve a cabin and vehicle space early for the limited summer departures.
If you are connecting to accommodation, another ferry or ground transport, leave a sensible margin after the scheduled arrival. Weather, port traffic and boarding operations can occasionally affect the final timing.
Even on Bari to Sami, fares and vessel assignments can vary by departure, so compare the live options rather than relying only on a typical journey time.
Travelling the other way? Read the Sami to Bari ferry guide.
Compare the dated itinerary, vessel, vehicle rules and accommodation before booking.
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Crossing time: through route via Corfu and Igoumenitsa
The Sami extension adds Kefalonia to Ventouris Ferries’ established Bari–Corfu–Igoumenitsa network on selected summer departures. Overnight accommodation is worth considering because the through journey lasts most of a day.
Follow the terminal and check-in instructions on your booking confirmation. Port arrangements can vary by operator, vessel and departure.
Bari is a major Adriatic gateway for ferries to Albania and Greece. Ventouris uses international passenger terminals, so arrive early for check-in, passport controls and vehicle marshalling.
Sami is Kefalonia’s central passenger-ferry gateway on the east coast. It provides road access toward Argostoli, the airport, Poros and the island’s main beaches and villages.
Ventouris operates conventional passenger and vehicle ferries on the Greece–Italy route. For the long Sami journey, a cabin or reserved accommodation can make a substantial difference to comfort.
Ventouris offers cabins and seating options on its Greece–Italy vessels. Reserve early for the limited seasonal Sami departures.
Food and drink services are available onboard, with exact restaurants and opening hours depending on vessel.
Shopping and connectivity are offered on supported ships. Coverage and service quality can vary at sea.
Cars, touring vehicles and pets are accepted subject to booking. Accessibility needs should be declared in advance.
The 2026 timetable lists F/B Rigel V and F/B Rigel VII on the Greece–Italy programme. Check the live sailing for the final vessel.
Bari–Sami is an international ferry journey between Italy and Greece. Both are in the EU/Schengen area, but passengers still need valid travel identification and correct booking details.
Carry a valid passport or national identity card appropriate to your nationality and itinerary.
Bring registration, insurance and any required authority for the vehicle and enter full dimensions in the booking.
Reserve pet space or mobility assistance early and carry the relevant supporting documentation.
Sami is well placed for eastern and central Kefalonia, including Antisamos, Melissani Cave and onward roads toward Argostoli. A vehicle is especially useful for reaching the island’s more remote beaches.
Because the seasonal ferry can arrive after a long overnight journey, allow a comfortable margin before collecting a rental car or checking into accommodation elsewhere on the island.
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Yes. Ventouris publishes selected 2026 summer departures that continue from Bari via Corfu and Igoumenitsa to Sami in Kefalonia.
The full through journey is roughly 18 to 19 hours. Ventouris describes the Sami–Igoumenitsa–Corfu–Bari itinerary at about 19 hours.
It is a through ferry itinerary but includes intermediate calls at Corfu and Igoumenitsa before reaching Sami.
It is a limited seasonal service on selected summer dates rather than a daily year-round route.
Yes. Vehicle space is available on the conventional ferry, subject to advance booking and deck capacity.
Yes. Ventouris offers cabins and seating on the Greece–Italy vessels; booking a cabin is sensible for the overnight journey.
Ventouris welcomes pets subject to its booking and accommodation rules. Add the animal before travel and carry the required documentation.
The 2026 Greece–Italy timetable lists Rigel V and Rigel VII. The final vessel should be confirmed in the live booking information.
Compare current sailings, passenger fares, vehicle prices and accommodation, then choose the crossing that works best for your journey.
about 18–19
hours
Seasonal
2026
Via Corfu &
Igoumenitsa
Cars &
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