Reaching Greece by ferry, Brindisi – Corfu the vacation destination

GRIMALDI LINES FOR ALL TASTES: DAY AND NIGHT ROUTES

Travel to Greece is a great classic of seaside vacations, the Brindisi – Corfu route, is always one of the most traveled routes by travelers from all over the world. Ferry travel remains one of the most convenient ways to reach the Greek islands from Italy. From Brindisi, one reaches Corfu after 8 to 10 hours of sailing aboard regular ferries or 5 to 6 hours aboard fast ferries or catamarans.

Corfu can also be reached by ferry from the port ofAncona and from that of Bari, as well as from the port of Brindisi. It is one of the Greek islands closest to Italy and best connected by several Operators including Grimaldi Lines, one of the most important shipping companies, which regularly runs the Brindisi – Corfu route.

Also for the year 2024 Grimaldi Lines has confirmed the routes that will start on June 13, 2024 and will run until September 7, 2024, unless extended.

Departures from Brindisi for Corfu:

  • Departure Thursday 12 noon arrival in Corfu Thursday 8 p.m.
  • Departure Friday 10 p.m. arrival in Corfu Saturday 5:30 a.m.
  • Departure Saturday 10 p.m. arrival in Corfu Sunday 5:30 a.m.
  • Departure Sunday 10 p.m. arrival in Corfu Monday 5:30 a.m.

These are, therefore, predominantly night routes, ideal for travelers who prefer to spend their travel hours sleeping. In this regard, it is worth mentioning that it is possible to spend the night on board the M/n Corfu of Grimaldi Lines in different types of accommodation (don’t forget to make reservations):

  • Armchair
  • Inside or outside cabins equipped with bunk beds (shower and toilet)
  • Superior cabins larger than indoor/outdoor with shower, toilet, TV and mini bar
  • Junior suites even more spacious, luxurious and very comfortable
  • Disabled cabins for passengers with reduced mobility

If you are interested in traveling by ferry at night, you may find it very useful to read our article Where to sleep on the ferry? Three Tips for Night Travelers

What to do in Corfu.

Located off the west coast of Greece, the island of Corfu was dominated for many years by the Most Serene Republic of Venice has always had strong ties to Italy. Today the island has a population of about 110,000, is a major tourist center and attracts millions of tourists each year attracted by its beautiful sandy beaches, lively nightlife as well as its history.

In the historic center of Corfu, traces of Venetian rule are clearly visible, which undoubtedly influenced the urban style and architecture. Churches, ancient palaces, and the ancient Venetian Fortress are the most important places in the city visited by a large number of visitors every year.

Beaches are the main attraction of Corfu, millions of tourists every year reach this beautiful island of Greece to enjoy the sea and bathe in the warm waters of the Ionian Sea. Just north of Corfu Town there is the famous Ipsos beach surely one of the most famous places on the island where to combine crystal clear sea with effervescent nightlife.

Tourist destination suitable for young people. Although there is no best age to attend Corfu, certainly the mood of the island during summer vacation is young. The island lends itself to tourism suitable for people who love the sea, but who also want to have fun at night. Corfu’s bars, bistros, restaurants, discos and nightclubs represent the other soul of the island, which lights up at night until the first light of dawn.

The return from Corfu to Brindisi

Grimaldi Lines Shipping Company has already also provided return routes from the port of Corfu to Brindisi for the year 2024. Return routes will also run from June 13 to September 7, 2024 unless extended.

Departures from Corfu

  • Departure Tuesday 2:30 a.m. arrival in Brindisi Tuesday 9:00 a.m.
  • Departure Friday 3:30 p.m. arrival in Brindisi Friday 9 p.m.
  • Departure Saturday 3:30 p.m. arrival in Brindisi Saturday 9:00 p.m.
  • Departure Sunday 3:30 p.m. arrival in Brindisi Sunday 9:00 p.m.

How to book the ferry from Brindisi to Corfu (and vice versa)

Book your ticket for the Brindisi – Corfu route is simple and intuitive and you can do it from the comfort of your home through the website Ferryfinder.com through this form. You just need to choose the departure dates, possibly the return date, specify whether you intend to embark on foot or with a means of transportation (e.g. car or camper/caravan etc.), whether you are traveling with animals etc., we will take care of the rest. The site’s internal search engine will search all active routes for you and automatically suggest the cheapest one at the lowest price.