Approximately 90 km / 1.5 hours by car. This is the most convenient option during summer months with seasonal international flights.

🚌Bus Option: KTEL Messinias operates a daily bus service from Kalamata to Pyrgos. The journey takes about 2.5 hours and costs between €11–14.

🏖️Touristic Highlights: Kalamata is a charming coastal city known for its beautiful beaches, such as the Blue Flag-certified Kalamata Beach and cultural sites like the Kalamata Castle. It’s a great place to relax and explore before or after the wedding.

If you’re flying into Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH), it’s totally possible to reach Pyrgos and it’s a great chance to combine the wedding with a relaxing island getaway!

Take a ferry from Zakynthos to Kyllini (approx. 1 hour 15 minutes).

From Kyllini, Pyrgos is about a 1-hour drive (Public transport available)

🚌 We’re happy to help! If you arrive via Zakynthos, we can assist with arranging pickup from Kyllini to the hotel in Pyrgos/Katakolo. Just let us know in advance.

🌙 Please note: You’ll need to stay the night in Pyrgos or Katakolo after the wedding to avoid overnight travelling.

🏖️Make it a vacation! Zakynthos is famous for its turquoise beaches (like Navagio/Shipwreck Beach), laid-back villages and amazing views. It’s a perfect place to relax before or after the wedding.

Athens International Airport (ATH) offers the most flight options.

To Pyrgos:

By car: ~3.5–4 hours

By bus: Daily KTEL buses from KTEL Kifisou Station (~5 hours)

🚌 From the airport to Kifisou Station:

Take Bus X93 (direct, ~1 hour) or a taxi (~40 mins).

🚗 Renting a car is also a great way to explore!

If you’re flying into Kefalonia, getting to Pyrgos is easy and a lovely excuse to enjoy the island before the wedding!

⛴ Ferry to Kyllini

Take the ferry from Poros, Kefalonia to Kyllini on the mainland (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes).

From Kyllini, Pyrgos is about a 45-minute drive. Public transport is available, but car rental or a pre-booked transfer is more convenient.

🚌 Need help with transport?

If you arrive via Kefalonia, we can assist with arranging pickup from Kyllini to your hotel in Pyrgos/Katakolo. Let us know in advance.

🌙 After the wedding

You’ll need to stay the night in Pyrgos or Katakolo to avoid late-night travel after the celebration.

🏖️ Turn it into a getaway

Kefalonia is known for its crystal-clear beaches, dramatic landscapes and charming seaside towns.