International Sea Line Corfu - Saranda - Corfu
Ferry Tickets
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1. General Trip Overview
Route: Corfu (Greece) ↔ Saranda (Albania).
Travel Times:
Fast Ferry (Hydrofoil/Flying Dolphin): ~30 minutes.
Standard Ferry (Car Ferry): 70–90 minutes.
Time Zone Warning: Greece is 1 hour ahead of Albania (GMT+2 vs GMT+1). Always check your ticket for the local port time.
2. Ticket Pricing (One-Way)
Low Season (Nov – March): Approx. €19 – €22 per adult.
High Season (April – Oct): Approx. €25 – €30 per adult.
Children: Significant discounts usually apply (often 50% off for ages 4–12; infants under 4 travel for free or a nominal fee).
Vehicles: Only allowed on the Standard Ferry. Prices range from €40 to €65 depending on size.
Note: Most car rental companies in Corfu do not allow their vehicles to cross into Albania.
3. Departure Schedules (2026 Estimates)
The frequency of trips depends heavily on the month:
Winter/Spring: 2–3 departures daily (Morning and Afternoon).
Summer Peak (June – August): Departures nearly every hour.
From Corfu: First ferry around 08:30 | Last ferry around 22:30.
From Saranda: First ferry around 06:00 | Last ferry around 20:00.
Shoulder Season (Sept – Oct): 4–6 departures daily.
4. Port Logistics & Documentation
Corfu Port: Departures are from the International Passenger Terminal (New Port).
Saranda Port: Located in the city center (Rruga Onhezmi).
Check-in: You must arrive at the terminal at least 45–60 minutes before departure for passport control and security.
Documents: A valid Passport or National ID (for EU/Schengen citizens) is required.
5. Travel Tips for Tourists
Booking: During July and August, tickets sell out days in advance. Online booking is highly recommended.
Rough Seas: Hydrofoils (Fast Ferries) are more likely to be canceled in high winds than the larger Standard Ferries.
Arrival in Saranda: Upon exiting the port, you will find a taxi rank and the bus stop for the Saranda-Ksamil bus (a 15–20 minute ride).
6. Why Fly to Corfu?
Flying to Corfu International Airport (CFU) is often the fastest way to reach Ksamil.
Distance: The airport is only a 10-minute taxi ride from the Corfu Ferry Port.
Speed: You can be on a beach in Ksamil within 2–3 hours of landing in Greece.