Ferry crossing between Brindisi and Igoumenitsa

Grimaldi Lines · 8h 30m

Brindisi to Igoumenitsa Ferry

Compare every Brindisi to Igoumenitsa sailing. From £25.41 one way, daily, crossing in about 8h 30m.

  • 8h 30m crossing
  • 12 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Brindisi to Igoumenitsa sailings on Saturday 31 October

2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Empress of the Baltic
07:15Brindisi
9h 3m
Foot passenger
16:18Igoumenitsa
£44.13
total
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Empress of the Baltic
21:15Brindisi
8h 44m
★ Cheapest
05:59Igoumenitsa (+1)
£36.48
total · free changes
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About the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry

Grimaldi Lines operates the Brindisi – Igoumenitsa crossing daily. Expect to be at sea for about 8h 30m, with one-way tickets from £25.41. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £25.41 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry timetable

There are around 12 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Brindisi and Igoumenitsa are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Brindisi – Igoumenitsa Grimaldi Lines8h 30m12 £25.41£222.62 Yes
Corfu – Igoumenitsa Kerkyra Lines and Kerkyra Seaways1h 30m127 £5.95£29.83 Yes
Ancona – Igoumenitsa Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines15h11 £61.27£490.28 Yes

How much is the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?

One-way fares start at £25.41. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £222.62. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Grimaldi Lines operates the Brindisi – Igoumenitsa crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Brindisi

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Brindisi port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Igoumenitsa guide for the other end.

Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?

The Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry takes approximately 8h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?

One-way fares start from £25.41. The average booking on this route comes to around £222.62 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?

Grimaldi Lines operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry run?

There are around 12 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.