Ferries from
Italy to Greece
Ferries from
Italy to Greece
Italy to Greece ferries are operated by 2 ferry companies. These include Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries. There are currently 12 daily and 58 weekly sailings. The Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of 8 hours.
Yes, you can get a ferry from Italy to Greece. Ferries to Greece from Italy sail approximately 58 times per week and are provided by 2 operators including Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Greece today.
The duration of the ferry from Italy to Greece depends on a number of factors including the ferry company you're travelling with and the weather conditions at the time of sail. Italy to Greece ferry times vary between 5 hours 30 minutes and 34 hours.
The fastest ferry from Italy to Greece is the Brindisi to Corfu route. This ferry is provided by Grimaldi Lines and takes around 5 hours 30 minutes with an average price of £262.00. There are currently 1 daily and 3 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
Italy to Greece ferry times can differ depending on the route you choose and which ferry company you're travelling with. The season you travel in can also affect the times, with more options usually available in the peak summer months. If you're travelling from Italy to Greece by boat, it's best to check the latest Italy to Greece ferry timetable before you book.
Brindisi – Igoumenitsa first ferry: 13:00
Brindisi – Igoumenitsa last ferry: 23:00
Ancona – Igoumenitsa first ferry: 13:30
Ancona – Igoumenitsa last ferry: 21:00
There are 2 ferry companies providing this route. Italy to Greece ferry operators include Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries.
Italy to Greece distance: 150 miles (242km) and 131 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from Italy to Greece.
There are currently 12 ferry routes operating from Italy to Greece;
The most popular ferry is Brindisi to Igoumenitsa with up to 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 8 hours.
The second most popular route is the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry with up to 2 daily and 12 weekly sailings. The Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry takes about 20 hours 30 minutes.
Italy to Greece ferry prices can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. The route you choose can also affect the ferry price with the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry costing £292.38 on average and the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry costing £536.16 on average.
Prices on the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry start from just £90.90 whilst prices on Ancona to Igoumenitsa start from £216.87. Bear in mind that prices often vary and are usually higher during the peak summer months.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry to Greece from Italy with Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find Italy to Greece car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Italy to Greece with Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries.
Yes, you can travel with your pet on the Italy to Greece ferry with Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on ferries to Greece from Italy.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Greece online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.
You're best booking your Italy to Greece ferry tickets as soon as you know your travel plans. Ferries can sell out, especially in the summer months so it's best to secure your place on the ferry well in advance. The sooner you book, the cheaper the prices tend to be too.
We recommend booking your Italy to Greece ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from Italy to Greece are usually out of season and at off-peak times.
You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers. Discounts for senior citizens and residents are available on some routes. If you're a student, you can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets too.
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