How to travel from Corfu to Chíos, Greece
The distance between Corfu and Chíos is around 599km (372 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Corfu to Chíos by plane, ferry, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Chíos → Corfu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chios (JKH).
- Duration2hrs
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost€185($185)
Aegean Airlines
+ 2 othersFerry
Take a ferry to Athens and then to Chios.
- Duration14h 20m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost€110($110)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Larissa then take the train to Athens then take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Mesta Chios.
- Duration13h 35m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€215($215)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Chíos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Corfu to Chíos by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €110 ($110) and will take around 14h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €185 ($185).
The distance between Corfu and Chíos is around 599km (372 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 553km (344 miles)
It takes around 2hrs to get from Corfu and Chíos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Corfu to Chíos is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €185 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Chíos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €110 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 2hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 2hrs.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Chíos. The ferry typically takes around 14h 20m and departs 5 times a week.
KTEL Kerkyras, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Corfu and Chíos. Ferries run 5 times a week and take around 14h 20m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Corfu and Chíos. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Chios (JKH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Corfu to Chíos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Corfu to Chíos typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Chios (JKH).
The closest major airport to Chíos is Chios Airport (JKH) (JKH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Chíos. Mytilene International Airport (MJT) (MJT) and Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Corfu to Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 2hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Chíos is to fly which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around €185 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Chíos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2hrs | €185($185) | hourly | 599km (372 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 14h 20m | €110($110) | 5 times a week | 740km (460 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 14h 20m | €120($120) | once daily | 757km (470 miles) |
| Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus | 16h 30m | €120($120) | once daily | 740km (460 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 13h 35m | €215($215) | once a week | 991km (616 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Chíos
Ferry operators
KTEL Kerkyras
Hellenic Seaways
Kerkyra Lines
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Sky Express
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
KTEL Thesprotias
Train operators
Airports near Chíos
The following major airports near Chíos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Chios Airport (JKH)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Chíos
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
- Distance
- 89km (55 miles) from Chíos
Samos International Airport (SMI)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Chíos