Our Kefalonia Airport to Argostoli transfer provides reliable service to this Ionian island destination. Distance: 8km, approximately 10 minutes.
Island capital ultra-close 8km with frequent bus service:
Our private taxi delivers to capital in 10 minutes avoiding main square-port coordination hotels scattered.
Argostoli serves as Kefalonia's capital and port positioned ultra-close to the airport (8km), featuring the distinctive Drapano Bridge stretching across Koutavos Lagoon creating that iconic causeway entrance to the town. The capital maintains working character with local commerce, administrative offices, markets, and year-round population creating authentic Greek island town atmosphere beyond pure tourism. The waterfront concentrates restaurants, cafes, and hotels, while the pedestrian Lithostroto street creates atmospheric shopping and dining spine through the town center. The port handles ferries to Ithaca, Zakynthos, and mainland Kyllini making this essential gateway for Ionian exploration.
Frequent buses run every 30-60 minutes covering the ultra-short 8km in approximately 12 minutes, making capital access straightforward. The Archaeological Museum houses significant finds including Mycenaean artifacts, while the Corgialenios Historical and Cultural Museum provides island history context. The famous Katavothres sea mills where sea water disappears underground creating geological curiosity add natural interest, while the nearby lighthouse on the peninsula offers sunset viewing. The working capital functions persist year-round with markets, bakeries, and local commerce serving residents beyond tourist season.
The lagoon wildlife attracts nature enthusiasts with the famous caretta-caretta sea turtles often visible, while the bridge crossing creates scenic entrance. Summer brings tourism when ferries additionally deliver day-trippers and the waterfront reaches capacity with evening volta creating lively promenade atmosphere. The combination of ultra-close airport position, working capital character, ferry gateway function, and comprehensive facilities makes Argostoli practical Kefalonia base - representing Ionian island capitals at their most functional while the lagoon setting and causeway bridge create distinctive character absent from typical port towns, offering travelers both convenience and that essential authentic Greek island town atmosphere.
