Smaller & seasonal operators
Kerkyra Seaways
Kerkyra Seaways is a Greek ferry company that has operated the Igoumenitsa-Corfu and Igoumenitsa-Paxos routes since 1973. With 51 years of experience and a fleet of five to six vessels, Kerkyra Seaways is one of the two main operators on the Corfu-Igoumenitsa line, alongside Kerkyra Lines (the joint venture covered in Tier B).
Key facts
- Company type
- Greek Ionian Sea ferry operator
- Founded
- 1973
- Operating area
- Corfu, Igoumenitsa, Paxos (Ionian Sea)
- Fleet
- Agios Spyridon, Agia Irini, Aiantas, Eleni, Nantes (and historically Hermes, Ionas)
- Frequency
- Around 62 weekly sailings on Igoumenitsa-Corfu
- E-tickets
- Supported on kerkyraseaways.gr
Top Kerkyra Seaways routes on SimpleFerry
- Igoumenitsa → Corfu (around 1h30 crossing)
- Corfu → Igoumenitsa
- Igoumenitsa → Paxos (Gaios)
- Paxos → Igoumenitsa
- Corfu → Paxos (selected sailings)
Fleet and onboard experience
Kerkyra Seaways runs five conventional ROPAX ferries that meet Greek and international safety requirements and that are sized for short Ionian crossings. Each vessel carries cars, motorbikes, campers and trucks, with simple onboard facilities including a snack bar, indoor lounge and outdoor deck. The company has been investing in fleet upgrades and ticketing improvements; daily departures continue year-round, with extra summer sailings.
Booking, check-in and luggage on SimpleFerry
SimpleFerry issues an e-ticket for Kerkyra Seaways. Tickets can also be collected at the port booth at Igoumenitsa, Corfu (New Port) or Gaios (Paxos). Greek 50 kg luggage allowance applies.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Kerkyra Seaways and Kerkyra Lines?
They are different operators on the same routes. Kerkyra Seaways is an established ferry company founded in 1973; Kerkyra Lines is a joint venture of Corfu-based shipping companies that started in 2010.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, on outdoor decks; small pets in carriers are also allowed indoors with a muzzle requirement for larger pets.
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