Ferry from Corfu (Kerkyra) to Sarande (Albania)

Corfu to Sarande is a short international hop across the strait to Albania, operated by Finikas Lines with crossings of thirty to fifty minutes depending on the craft. The fast boats do it in half an hour, the slower services take a bit longer. It is a passenger service rather than a car ferry, and being an international crossing you need your passport and should allow time for border formalities at both ends.

Sarande sits on the Albanian Riviera in the far south of the country, a former fishing port that has grown into a busy beach town. The bay-front promenade and harbour are where everything happens, and the town works well as a base for the Riviera beaches further north. The Roman and Byzantine ruins at Butrint are a short drive away and are the usual day trip from town.

Sailings are frequent, running multiple times a day through the season. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Many people do this as a day trip from Corfu, though it is equally useful as a one-way link into Albania, with buses running on from Sarande towards Gjirokaster and the coast.

Weekly Corfu to Sarande Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Corfu.

Corfu to Sarande Ferry Fares

Tickets from €30.00.

Hiring a car

Is it worth hiring a car in Corfu?

Yes, particularly if you want to reach beaches and villages away from the main resorts, since the island is one of the largest Ionian islands and buses and taxis only cover the popular routes well. Terrain is hilly in places, so a car with reasonable power helps, and petrol stations thin out in rural areas, so fill up when you can. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Corfu to Sarande between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Corfu to Sarande ferry

• Toilets at smaller island ports can be limited and poorly maintained; use facilities at your hotel or a cafe before heading to the port.
• If you are anxious about rough conditions, sit inside at or near the centre of the vessel and avoid looking out of windows at the waves.
• Passports or national identity cards are required for all passengers on domestic Greek ferry routes – carry yours in your day bag, not buried in your hold luggage.

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