Every ferry to Italy leaves from the International Port, the large complex on the south side of Igoumenitsa with its own access from the Egnatia Motorway (A2). Check-in takes place at Terminal 1, the main passenger building, and at Terminal 2 a little further north along the quay.
Routes to Italy
- Brindisi: Grimaldi Lines, about 7½–9 hours.
- Bari: ANEK–Superfast and Ventouris Ferries, about 10–11 hours.
- Ancona: ANEK–Superfast and Minoan Lines, roughly 15–20 hours or more.
- Venice: ANEK–Superfast and Minoan Lines, close to a full day at sea.
Most crossings run overnight, so book a cabin early in summer. Details for each route are in our ferry guide.
When to arrive
With a vehicle, at least 2 hours before departure, 3 hours in July and August. On foot, 1 hour. Ships from Italy often run late: check the port’s live arrivals before heading to the quay.
Inside the terminal
Terminal 1 has ticket offices, waiting areas, toilets and a café. If you need help boarding, tell your ferry company in advance.
- Port authority: +30 26650 99400
- Parking: paid areas at T1 and T2, see parking at the port
- Corfu and Paxos: from the Northern Port
- EV charging: chargers at T1 and T2, see EV charging
