Ferry from Corfu to Igoumenitsa

Traveling from Corfu to Igoumenitsa by ferry is easy, comfortable and you can take advantage of lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to the available discounts up to 50%. While these discounts typically vary from one company to another, you can usually expect reduced ticket prices for the following passenger categories:

• Children (5-10 years old)
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students of Greek Public Universities

Note: infants and children up to 4 years travel for free.

The conventional ferries serving the Corfu - Igoumenitsa route feature a basic range of modern amenities for a comfortable journey. Onboard, you will usually find air-conditioned lounges, seating on deck, snack bars, pet facilities, and amenities for people with disabilities. Some ferries also have a Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected during the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Due to the short length of the trip, there are no cabins available on the Corfu-Igoumenitsa ferries. Standard deck/lounge seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Ferry companies are usually quite flexible when it comes to luggage size and weight. We recommend that you don’t carry more than 50kg of luggage to avoid delays due to restricted space in the luggage area.

You can keep your luggage next to you or store your bags and suitcases in the designated luggage area on the ferry from Corfu to Igoumenitsa.

Good to know: bear in mind that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items. 

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Corfu to Igoumenitsa: 

• We recommend that you arrive at the port of Corfu at least 1.5 hr before your ferry trip, especially if you are traveling with your vehicle. 
• Although the trip is short, the ride can get bumpy, so if you are prone to seasickness, consider taking motion sickness medication. Your pharmacist or doctor can help you pick the right one.
• Greek ferries can get chilly indoors, even during the summer, so bring along a light jacket or sweater for a more comfortable ride.
• Check our Map of ferries to discover ferry schedules from the port of Igoumenitsa to Ancona, Brindisi, Bari, and Venice, as well as island-hopping options from Corfu to Paxi, Kefalonia and Zante.

Where to take the ferry from Corfu to Igoumenitsa

You can catch the ferry to Igoumenitsa from 2 ports in Corfu: the main port in Corfu Town and the port of Lefkimmi. 

• The port of Corfu Town is located on the north side of the island capital, 20 minutes from the Old Town on foot and 3 minutes by car on average. The distance from the port of Corfu Town to the airport is approximately 3 km. In the port area there are cafés, restaurants, shops, hotels, car rental agencies and a playground.
• The port of Lefkimmi is on the southern part of the island, about 3 km from the settlement, about 5 min by car and 30 min on foot. Around the port you will find a few boat tour agencies, car rentals and hotels. 

Where does the ferry arrive in Igoumenitsa?

Ferries from Corfu normally arrive at the northern pier in Igoumenitsa, which serves domestic ferry connections. The northern pier is located near the city center of Igoumenitsa and in the surrounding area you will find cafés, restaurants, shops, hotels, ATMs, banks and car rental agencies.

From the port city you can travel by car, as well as the intercity bus to Thessaloniki, Ioannina, Patras, and Athens. It takes about 3.5 hr to get to Thessaloniki and around 5 hr to travel to Athens.