Ferries from
Greece to Ionian Islands
Ferries from
Greece to Ionian Islands
Ferries from Greece to Ionian Islands are available with 6 operators. There are 63 ferry routes. Ferries from Igoumenitsa to Corfu and Kyllini to Zakynthos are popular ferry trips from Greece to Ionian Islands. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Greece to Ionian Islands sail approximately 323 times per week with SeaJets, Levante Ferries, Kerkyra Lines, Kerkyra Seaways, Lefkimmi Lines & Makedonia IV.
The ferry crossing from Greece to Ionian Islands takes between 50 minutes and 8 hours 40 minutes, depending on the route, operator and ship.
The fastest ferry from Greece to Ionian Islands takes 50 minutes on the Igoumenitsa to Lefkimmi (Corfu) ferry with Lefkimmi Lines & Makedonia IV.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry from Greece to Ionian Islands with SeaJets, Levante Ferries, Kerkyra Lines, Kerkyra Seaways, Lefkimmi Lines & Makedonia IV.
The distance between Greece and Ionian Islands is approximately 12 miles, 19km or 10 nautical miles.
Greece to Ionian Islands ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed or conventional ferry.
The Igoumenitsa to Corfu ferry sails approximately 136 times per week, with a crossing time of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kyllini to Zakynthos ferry ferries sail approximately 35 times per week, with a sailing time of 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Greece offers a perfect blend of ancient history and Mediterranean beauty that captivates visitors year-round. The country boasts an impressive 18 UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the iconic Acropolis in Athens with its magnificent Parthenon temple. Beyond the capital, travellers can explore stunning islands like Santorini with its white-washed buildings and breathtaking sunsets, or Crete with its Minoan palaces and gorgeous beaches. The country celebrates numerous cultural festivals throughout the year, including Greek Orthodox Easter with its candlelit processions and the Athens Epidaurus Festival featuring performances in ancient theatres. From Greece's main port of Piraeus, ferry connections are available to numerous Greek islands and international destinations including Italy, Turkey and Cyprus, making it an excellent starting point for wider Mediterranean exploration. The country's delicious cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, olive oil and feta cheese, provides yet another reason to visit this fascinating destination.
The Ionian Islands, scattered along Greece's western coastline, offer a refreshing blend of lush green landscapes and crystal-clear azure waters. Unlike their drier Aegean counterparts, these islands boast verdant olive groves and cypress forests thanks to higher rainfall. Corfu, the most popular and largest island, features a UNESCO-listed Old Town with Venetian architecture and winding cobblestone streets. Visitors can explore the impressive Achilleion Palace, once home to Empress Elisabeth of Austria, or enjoy the famous Paleokastritsa beach. The islands are known for their vibrant Easter celebrations with unique local customs, while August brings numerous cultural festivals across the archipelago. From the Ionian Islands, travellers can easily catch ferries to mainland Greece, with regular connections to Patra and Igoumenitsa, as well as routes to Italy via Bari and Brindisi, making them an excellent starting point for a broader European adventure.