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Brindisi to Igoumenitsa Ferry: The Short Crossing to Greece with Grimaldi
With Grimaldi Lines
To get from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa by ferry, Grimaldi and Minoan run the shortest crossing between Italy and Greece. There is at least one departure a day, according to Ferryhopper, and cars, motorbikes and motorhomes are accepted.
There is no direct ferry from Brindisi to Patras: from Igoumenitsa you continue by road. If it is Patras you want, look at Ancona.
Italy and Greece are in the EU: a valid DNI is enough, for minors too. Bring your physical driving licence: the digital one from the DGT is not accepted in Greece.
Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry timetable
In the timetable you see the departures for the date you choose. It is the most frequent of the lines linking Italy with Greece in our search tool: Ferryhopper shows at least one departure a day and AFerry several a week, with variable times. Here it is easier to improvise a date than on other Adriatic routes, but in summer it is best to book in good time.
Greece and Italy are in different time zones: pay attention to the local arrival time.
Return
To come back, see the Igoumenitsa to Brindisi ferry.
Check the departures for your date in our search engine. Schedules and prices
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
How long does the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa take?
It is the shortest crossing between Italy and Greece: quite a bit less than from Ancona, and one of the few with a daytime departure, according to Ferryhopper. In the timetable you see the exact duration. If you arrive at night, have accommodation booked.
Who runs the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry: Grimaldi and Minoan
It is run by Grimaldi, with its Greek brand Minoan Lines. Their boarding rules are the group's rules on routes to Greece:
- Report at least two hours before.
- No fast check-in: you have to go to the terminal desk.
- Car decks closed during the crossing; with LPG, tell staff when boarding.
- All passengers, babies included, with a valid original document.
Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry price
The price you see above is the lowest we have found for one adult without a car. It depends on:
- The date: it is the shortest route, so many choose it in July and August.
- The accommodation: on a short crossing, a seat is usually enough.
- The vehicle: paid separately; enter the type, make and model.
Grimaldi carries children under three free and has a discount for children from three to twelve, according to its website; Minoan's conditions on this route are not confirmed. Enter the age of each traveller and the search tool applies them.
Children, young people and discounts on Brindisi to Igoumenitsa
As it is an international route, there is no Spanish resident or large family discount. Grimaldi has its own fares: free until the age of three, a discount for children from three to twelve, and offers for young people from twelve to twenty-six and over-60s, which do not apply to fixed charges or to services on board. The conditions currently in force on this route appear in the search tool.
Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry with a car
It is a practical route for entering Greece with a car. Grimaldi's measurements are overall, with bike racks and roof boxes included; car up to 1.90 m high and up to 5 m long in two fares; motorhome and minibus up to 9 m long; only one vehicle per passenger. Bicycles and electric scooters travel free if you add them to the booking.
There is no customs control between Italy and Greece. In Igoumenitsa vehicles are checked, according to the Spanish Foreign Ministry, in case migrants are hidden: lock the car and do not let anyone come near it.
On board the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry
The crossing is short, so a seat is usually enough. The car decks are closed: take up to the cabin what you need. If your crossing is overnight, check first whether you need a cabin.
Ports of Brindisi and Igoumenitsa
Port of Brindisi
Port of Igoumenitsa
How to get to the port of Brindisi
Brindisi is a port in the south of Italy, on the Adriatic coast. We have no reliable source on the exact terminal or the address: confirm them on your ticket before you set off.
Grimaldi and Minoan ask you to report at least two hours before. In Brindisi there is no fast check-in on routes to Greece: the procedure is at the terminal desk.
Arriving in Igoumenitsa: the Egnatia motorway and buses
Igoumenitsa has its central quay on the south coast. From there, the Egnatia Odos motorway goes to Ioannina and Thessaloniki, and there are KTEL buses to Ioannina, Thessaloniki and Athens. To reach Patras, which has no direct ferry from Brindisi, it is about three hours by road, according to Ferryhopper.
Documents for the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry
- Valid DNI or passport, for all passengers, babies included. Without a document there is no boarding and no refund.
- The names and registration number on the ticket must match the real ones.
- Notice from Grimaldi: the old paper DNI is no longer valid for travel to Spain or Greece with Grimaldi (since August).
- Physical driving licence: Greece does not accept the digital one from the DGT.
I Love Ferry tips for the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry
- If your destination is Patras, do not look at Brindisi: there is no direct ferry. Look at Ancona or plan the road from Igoumenitsa.
- Arrive with two hours to spare and go to the desk: there is no fast check-in.
- Check the local arrival time: Italy and Greece are in different time zones.
- Lock the car while waiting in Igoumenitsa: it is checked for security.
- Bring your physical licence: the digital one from the DGT is not valid in Greece.
Why book the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry with I Love Ferry
- You pay the ferry company's price and receive its booking reference.
- You enter car and ages to see the real price.
- You compare this route with Ancona without leaving the website.
- A person from our team looks after you, in Spanish.
Other ways to get from Italy to Greece by ferry
- Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry: an overnight crossing, with more departures in summer; on some it continues to Patras.
- Ancona to Corfu ferry: a seasonal stopover on the way to the island.
- Igoumenitsa to Brindisi ferry: the return.
Frequently asked questions about the Brindisi to Igoumenitsa ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which ferry company runs the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?
Grimaldi, with its Greek brand Minoan Lines. It is the shortest crossing between Italy and Greece, with at least one daily departure according to Ferryhopper.
Is there a direct ferry from Brindisi to Patras?
No. According to Ferryhopper, there is no direct ferry from Brindisi to Patras. You arrive at Igoumenitsa and continue by road for about three hours, or go from Ancona, whose ferry continues to Patras.
How long does the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa take?
It is the shortest crossing between Italy and Greece, one of the few with a daytime departure. The exact duration of your departure appears in the timetable above.
Do I need a passport to go from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?
No, a valid DNI is enough, because both countries are in the EU. Minors and babies also carry their document. Without a document there is no boarding and no refund.
How early should I arrive at the port of Brindisi?
At least two hours before, according to Grimaldi and Minoan. There is no fast check-in on routes to Greece: go to the terminal desk.
Where is the terminal in Brindisi?
We have no reliable source on the exact terminal. Confirm it on your ticket or on the ferry company's website before you set off.
Can I take my car on the ferry from Brindisi to Igoumenitsa?
Yes. Grimaldi accepts cars up to 1.90 m high and 5 m long in two fares, as well as motorhomes and motorbikes. The measurements include bike racks and roof boxes.
How do I continue from Igoumenitsa to Ioannina or Thessaloniki?
By the Egnatia Odos motorway, or by KTEL buses to Ioannina, Thessaloniki and Athens. Confirm times with KTEL before you set off.
Which route suits me better, Brindisi or Ancona?
Brindisi is shorter and usually has a daily departure; Ancona is longer and continues to Patras on some departures. If your destination is northern Greece, Brindisi is quicker.
What do I do if the ferry is cancelled because of bad weather?
The Spanish Foreign Ministry warns that ferries may be cancelled in extreme bad weather. If the ferry company cancels, it notifies you using the booking details; write to us and we will look for the next departure.
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