FERRIES FROM IGOUMENITSA

Ferries from Igoumenitsa to Corfu and Italy

Igoumenitsa port is one of the busiest ferry hubs in Greece, offering daily connections to Corfu (Kerkyra) and overnight routes to Italy (Ancona, Bari, Brindisi, Venice).

Corfu ferry: The crossing takes approximately 50–90 minutes, with multiple departures daily throughout the year — and even more frequent sailings in summer. It's one of the shortest and most affordable ferry routes in the Mediterranean.

Italy ferry: Overnight ferries depart regularly to several Italian ports, making Igoumenitsa a popular entry point for travellers crossing between Greece and Western Europe.

Main ferry companies operating from Igoumenitsa:

• Sarris Lines — local operator serving the Corfu–Igoumenitsa route

• Kerkyra Lines — frequent daily crossings to Corfu

• Grimaldi Lines — routes to Brindisi and Civitavecchia

• Superfast Ferries — routes to Ancona and Bari

• Anek Lines — routes to Ancona and Venice

👉 Full Ferry Guide: Companies, Routes & Tips →

👉 Port of Igoumenitsa – Complete Travel Guide →

RENT A CAR IN IGOUMENITSA

Car Rental in Igoumenitsa – Pick Up at the Port and Go

Renting a car in Igoumenitsa is the best way to explore Thesprotia at your own pace. The port area has several reliable rental options with easy pickup — ideal for travellers arriving by ferry from Italy or Corfu.

With a rental car you can easily reach Sivota (25 min), Parga (45 min), the Acheron River (30 min), Dodoni (1 hr) and the beaches of Thesprotia — destinations that are difficult or impossible to reach by public transport.

Car rental companies in Igoumenitsa:

• RentAllCars Igoumenitsa — trusted local operator, flexible options near the port

• IonVolt – Electric Car Rental ⚡ — eco-friendly EV rentals with free charging, perfect for short trips around Epirus

👉 Full Car Rental Guide for Igoumenitsa (2026) →

Tip: Renting in Igoumenitsa is generally more affordable than renting in Corfu. If you plan to visit the island but also explore the mainland, picking up in Igoumenitsa makes sense.

TAXIS IN IGOUMENITSA AND SIVOTA

Taxi Services in Igoumenitsa and Sivota

Taxis are available 24/7 at Igoumenitsa port, particularly during ferry arrivals and departures. For transfers to Sivota, local beaches or nearby villages, a taxi is the most convenient option if you're not renting a car.

• Taxi services in Igoumenitsa and Sivota →

• TaxiSivota.gr — dedicated taxi service for the Sivota area

BUS ROUTES FROM IGOUMENITSA (ΚΤΕΛ)

KTEL Bus Routes from Igoumenitsa

KTEL Thesprotias operates intercity buses connecting Igoumenitsa with major destinations in northwest Greece. Buses depart from the KTEL station in central Igoumenitsa, a short taxi or walk from the port.

Key routes:

• Igoumenitsa → Ioannina (approx. 1 hr 30 min, multiple daily)

• Igoumenitsa → Athens (approx. 7–8 hrs, via Ioannina)

• Igoumenitsa → Thessaloniki (approx. 5 hrs)

• Igoumenitsa → Preveza / Parga (approx. 1 hr)

For schedules and tickets: KTEL Thesprotias (external)

Note: Sivota, Perdika and most coastal villages are not served by regular KTEL buses — for these destinations, a rental car or taxi is necessary.