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How to get from Corfu to Paxos

Compare all transport options: bus, ferry, train, flight. Prices, durations and practical tips.

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FASTEST
0h 55min
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23€
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Distance
53 km
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Checked offer from Corfu to Paxos: Ferry, about 0h 55min, from €23. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): Corfu Ships, Kerkyra Lines; main departure point: Corfu Port.

Distance: 53 km. Data updated on .

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0h 55min
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🚌 Departure from Corfu
📍Ferries to Paxos depart from the port of Corfu Town, the main ferry harbour on the island. Check your ticket for the exact boarding point, and arrive early to collect any tickets and find the correct quay.
🚇From the centre of Corfu Town, the port is easy to reach on foot or by a short taxi ride. If you are staying further out, a local bus or taxi will bring you to the harbour area. Taxis are handy with luggage.
⏰Departures vary by season and day of the week, with more sailings in summer. Check the live timetable on this page for your exact date and confirm the departure time on your ticket.
💸 Transport from 23€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 0h 55min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 4, 2026 for a departure on November 25, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Corfu Ships Ferry Corfu Port €23 1
Kerkyra Lines Ferry Corfu Port €23 1
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Practical tips

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Book early in summer

In July and August, popular island crossings can sell out. Once your dates are fixed, book your Corfu to Paxos ticket online so you are not left searching for a seat at the last minute.

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Check the departure port

Greek ferries often use different ports, as with Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio around Athens. Always read your ticket for the exact departure port in Corfu and enter it in your map app before leaving.

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Verify the day-specific schedule

Island links can run on certain days only and change with the season. Check the timetable for your exact travel date rather than relying on last year's information or a general listing.

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Keep a weather buffer

Strong winds can delay or cancel sailings. Avoid tight onward plans on the same day, and keep your first Paxos night flexible if possible so a schedule change does not disrupt your trip.

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Arrive at the port in good time

Allow a comfortable margin to find the ticket desk or boarding area, especially in high season when the port is busy. Keep your confirmation and ID easily accessible on your phone or in print.

The journey experience

Getting from Corfu to Paxos is one of the simplest island hops in the Ionian, and the ferry is the option to pick. It is a short sea crossing between two neighbouring islands, so you do not need to juggle coaches, trains or flights. The table on this page shows durations, price ranges and frequency side by side, so you can see at a glance what suits your plans.

On board, you can expect a straightforward passenger ferry experience: seats inside, open deck space for the views of the Ionian coastline, and a relaxed atmosphere with other independent travellers and locals. Services on this route are sold through trusted booking platforms, which lets you check the current schedule and confirm your seat online before you travel. Paxos is small and quiet, so you arrive with the feel of a calm escape rather than a big transit hub.

The real challenge in Greece is that timetables shift with the season and some island links run only on certain days. Before you commit to your accommodation on Paxos, check the schedule for your exact date and book your ticket early in summer, when popular crossings fill up. Also confirm the departure port in Corfu Town on your ticket. Keep a little flexibility in your plans in case wind affects sailings, and you will be fine.

Frequently asked questions — Corfu → Paxos

Why visit Paxos?

  • ✓ Cruise the sea caves of the west coast by boat, including the Ipapanti and Kastanida grottoes with glowing turquoise water
  • ✓ Dine on the waterfront of Gaios, the pastel-hued Venetian harbour town, with fresh fish and local olive oil
  • ✓ Sail the short hop to Antipaxos for its Caribbean-like beaches of Voutoumi and Vrika
  • ✓ Watch the sunset from the Erimitis cliffs, where the rock face drops straight into the Ionian Sea
  • ✓ Walk through ancient olive groves to the village of Lakka, a sheltered bay popular with sailors and swimmers
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Recommended stay
2 to 4 nights — small island, easy to explore, with time for a boat day and Antipaxos

When to visit Paxos?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

Late May to early October — warm, sunny and dry, with calm seas ideal for boat trips and swimming

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Gaios Harbour and Venetian Waterfront
Paxos' capital is a crescent of pastel Venetian houses facing the islets of Agios Nikolaos and Panagia. Arrive before 10am or after 6pm to avoid ferry crowds. Grab a seat at a quayside café, then wander the lanes behind the square. Coffee costs around 4€.
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Sunset at Loggos Waterfront
Loggos is the island's prettiest fishing village, with tavernas lining a tiny harbour. Book a waterside table by 7pm in high season for sunset. Order grilled fish or local octopus, typically 15-25€ per main. Walk the old olive-oil press path at the village edge for quieter views.
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Boat Tour to Blue Caves
The west coast's limestone cliffs hide sea caves with luminous turquoise water, reachable only by boat. Rent a small motorboat from Gaios or Lakka from about 80€ per half day, no licence needed for low-power models. Go in the morning when the sea is calmer and light enters deeper.
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Swimming at Erimitis Cliffs
Erimitis, on the wild northwest coast, offers dramatic white cliffs, rock platforms and deep clear water. Bring water shoes and your own shade, as facilities are minimal. A small seasonal beach bar serves drinks. Come late afternoon for golden light, and drive carefully on the narrow access road.
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Olive Groves and Oil Tasting
Paxos has roughly 300,000 olive trees, many centuries old. Visit a family press such as the Olive Press Museum area near Ipapanti or ask in Gaios for producers offering tastings. Buy a small bottle of cold-pressed oil for about 10-15€, an easy, authentic souvenir to carry home.
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Paxos Museum and Old Gaios
The small Folklore Museum in Gaios displays traditional tools, costumes and household items that explain island life before tourism. Visits take under an hour and cost a few euros. Combine with a walk through the old town's stone alleys and the Venetian-era church of Agios Charalambos.
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Day Trip to Antipaxos Beaches
Antipaxos, just south of Paxos, has Caribbean-like beaches such as Voutoumi and Vrika. Boats leave Gaios in the morning, returning late afternoon, from about 15-25€ return. Take food and water, as options are limited. Arrive early to claim shade before day-trip boats fill the beaches.
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Hike the Island's Olive Trails
Paxos is crisscrossed by old stone-walled footpaths linking villages through olive groves. A good route runs from Lakka toward Loggos, around 1.5 hours one way. Start early to avoid midday heat, wear sturdy shoes and carry water. You'll meet few other walkers and discover hidden chapels.

How long to visit Paxos?

2 to 3 days

Paxos is tiny, so 2 to 3 days is enough to cover the three villages (Gaios, Loggos, Lakka), the sea caves of the west coast and a boat trip to Antipaxos. With a single day, rent a scooter or join a boat tour from Corfu and focus on Gaios and Lakka. Book accommodation well ahead in July and August, and visit in June or September for calmer roads and warm water.

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