Planning a trip to Lefkada is all about the “Ionian Blue,” but a smooth trip requires having the right numbers in your pocket. From emergency services to the best windsurfing schools, here is your essential digital directory.
The Safety Net
For any immediate danger. Medical, fire, or safety, there are three main numbers to know.
European Emergency Number: 112
Police (Lefkada Town): +30 26450 29366
Fire Brigade: +30 26450 22199
Lefkada General Hospital
The main hospital is located just outside Lefkada Town. For minor issues in the south, there is also a Health Center in Vasiliki.
Main Hospital (Lefkada Town): +30 26453 60200
Health Center (Vasiliki): +30 26453 60900
Long-Distance Travel
If you are traveling to Lefkada from Athens, Preveza (Aktion Airport), or Thessaloniki by bus, this is your primary contact for schedules and tickets.
KTEL Lefkadas: +30 26450 22364
Radio Taxi Lefkas
Public transport can be sparse on the west coast. Keep the local taxi dispatch on speed dial for late-night returns or transfers.
Lefkas Taxi Service: +30 26450 26555
or +30 694 606 0731 for 24-hour service.
Lefkada Port Authority
Essential for checking ferry schedules to Kefalonia and Ithaca, or for checking if the floating bridge at the island’s entrance is open for boat traffic.
Port Office: +30 26450 22322
Car & Scooter Rental
You absolutely need wheels to see the west coast. This local agency handles everything from standard cars to 4x4s for those steep mountain roads.
Explore Lefkada Rentals: +30 698 015 9053
Diving Center
For those looking to explore the underwater walls and caves of the Ionian Sea, this is the most established PADI center on the island.
Lefkas Diving Center: +30 26450 72105
Kiteboarding
Located at the northern tip of the island near the windmills, this is the hub for all things kitesurfing.
Milos Beach Surf Resort: +30 694 536 2891
Vasiliki Watersports Center
If you’re heading to the south for “Eric” (the famous thermal wind), this is the go-to spot for gear hire and professional lessons.
Vasiliki Surf School: +30 26450 31027
Municipal Tourist Information
For maps, local festival dates (like the August Lentil Festival), and museum opening hours, the municipal office is your best physical resource.
Lefkada Tourist Office: +30 26453 60755