Ferries from
Italy to Ionian Islands
Ferries from
Italy to Ionian Islands
Ferries from Italy to Ionian Islands are available with 3 operators. There are 5 ferry routes. Ferries from Bari to Corfu and Brindisi to Corfu are popular ferry trips from Italy to Ionian Islands. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Italy to Ionian Islands sail approximately 12 times per week and are operated by Blue Star Ferries, Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries.
Italy to Ionian Islands ferry sail durations can take between 5 hours 30 minutes and 24 hours 45 minutes depending on the ferry operator, the route taken and weather conditions.
The fastest ferry from Italy to Ionian Islands takes around 5 hours 30 minutes on the Brindisi to Corfu ferry with Grimaldi Lines.
Yes, you can travel by car on the ferry from Italy to Ionian Islands with Blue Star Ferries, Grimaldi Lines & Ventouris Ferries.
The distance between Italy and Ionian Islands is 150 miles (241km) and 130 nautical miles.
Italy to Ionian Islands ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The Bari to Corfu ferry ferry sails approximately 5 times weekly with a crossing time of 10 hours.
Brindisi to Corfu ferry ferries sail about 3 times weekly with a sailing time of 6 hours.
We recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our Special Offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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Italy is home to the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. Together with Greece, it is known as the birthplace of Western culture. Full of high art and monuments, almost every small village in Italy offers a few interesting locations. From the Roman ruins, Byzantine cities and Renaissance masterpieces to cobblestone streets, beautiful churches and wide variety of stunning beaches, Italy is a place that provides rare experiences that can never be overrated. Italy is the ideal departure country for those travelling by ferry with numerous amazing destinations, many of them domestic on offer. With so many miles of coastline and famous islands to choose from, the list of destinations is truly unrivalled. In terms of international travel, Italy is connected to almost all of the countries in the Adriatic Sea as well as featuring numerous links to Greece, Tunisia and Spain. The short island crossings are usually made with small passenger vessels while the longer international journeys are operated by luxurious cruise ferries.
The Ionians comprise seven Greek islands named Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxi and Kythira scattered along the mainland’s west and south coasts. With each island offering a distinct character, they’re a fantastic holiday destination for any kind of traveller. Some boast stunning Parisian-style architecture and blossoming food scenes, whilst others claim some of the country’s finest beaches and tallest mountains. The Ionian Islands offer excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities too, as plenty of colourful fish and sea turtles can be seen beneath the turquoise waves. Also, superb museums and stunning palaces await inland, where you can learn all about the islands’ fascinating cultural history, so there’s plenty to see and do. There is no shortage of sailing options from the Ionians as there are numerous routes available to both international and domestic destinations. With a wide range of ferry companies to choose from, it couldn’t be easier to sail from these beautiful Greek islands.
